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The Brazen Serpent (oil on panel)
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The Brazen Serpent (oil on panel)
LST204491 The Brazen Serpent (oil on panel) by Clerck, Hendrik de (1570-1629); 98.5x138.5 cm; Private Collection; eLawrence Steigrad Fine Arts, New York; Flemish, out of copyright
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Aaron Airain Biting Curative Curing Drapery Embracing Exodus Israelites Lust Moise Moses Serpents Tent Tents Venomous Writhing Dying Monks Punishment Religious Orders Serpent Snakebite Snakes
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The Brazen Serpent - A Biblical Masterpiece
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. This print showcases "The Brazen Serpent" an exquisite oil painting on panel by Flemish artist Hendrik de Clerck. Measuring 98.5x138.5 cm, this remarkable artwork is part of a private collection and can be found at eLawrence Steigrad Fine Arts in New York. Depicting a scene from the Old Testament, the painting portrays Moses holding up a tau-shaped pole with a writhing serpent wrapped around it. The Israelites, suffering from the plague of poisonous snakes as punishment for their sins, gaze upon this curative symbol in hopes of finding relief from their venomous bites. De Clerck's attention to detail is evident in his skillful rendering of landscape elements and drapery, creating a visually stunning composition that draws viewers into the narrative. The juxtaposition between light and shadow adds depth to the figures, emphasizing their expressions of pain or embracing hope. Symbolically prefiguring the crucifixion in Christianity during the 17th century, "The Brazen Serpent" explores themes such as faith, redemption, and divine intervention. It also delves into human nature's struggle with temptation and lust through its inclusion of nude figures within the camp. This masterpiece serves as a testament to De Clerck's artistic prowess and his ability to bring biblical stories to life on canvas. With its rich symbolism and profound religious significance, "The Brazen Serpent" continues to
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