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Jacob crying into his sons robe while his other sons pull it away from him, 1724
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Jacob crying into his sons robe while his other sons pull it away from him, 1724
Jacob crying into his sons robe while his other sons pull it away from him, 1724. [Tunica filii mei est, fera pessima, comedit eum, bestia devoravit Joseph. C est la Tunique de mon fils, une bete cruelle la devore, une bete a devore Joseph.
Jacob identified the blood-soaked coat of many colours as the one he made for Joseph: It is my sons tunic. A vicious animal has devoured Joseph ]
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The print captures a poignant moment from the biblical story of Jacob and his sons. In this emotional scene, Jacob is seen crying into his son's robe while his other sons pull it away from him. The year 1724 marks the creation of this engraving by Francois de Poilly. The image depicts the heart-wrenching aftermath of Joseph's disappearance, as Jacob identifies the blood-soaked coat of many colors that he had made for his beloved son. With deep sorrow etched on his face, the elderly man mourns the loss of Joseph to what he believes was a vicious animal attack. The composition evokes a sense of drama and despair, emphasizing both Jacob's anguish and the betrayal felt by Joseph's brothers. Through their actions, they compound their father's grief by hiding the truth about Joseph being sold into slavery. This powerful artwork reflects themes of family dynamics, love, loss, and deception found in religious texts like the Old Testament. It serves as a reminder that even in ancient times, human emotions were universal and relatable across cultures. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art today, this piece by Francois de Poilly continues to resonate with viewers through its skillful portrayal of raw emotion within a historical context.
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