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Landscape with Rebekah Taking Leave of her Father
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Landscape with Rebekah Taking Leave of her Father
Claude Lorrain (1600-1682). French painter. Landscape with Rebekah Taking Leave of her Father, c. 1640. National Museum. Stockholm. Sweden
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1640 Aramean Baroque Biblical Claude Clouds Farewell Forest Genesis Hebrew Lorrain Gellee
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Landscape with Rebekah Taking Leave of her Father
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is a captivating 17th-century painting by the renowned French Baroque artist Claude Lorrain. Painted around 1640, this masterpiece is currently housed at the National Museum in Stockholm, Sweden. The painting depicts a poignant scene from the Old Testament of the Bible, specifically from the book of Genesis. In the painting, we see Rebekah, an Aramean woman, bidding farewell to her father Bethuel, as she sets off to marry Isaac, whom she has been promised to through divine intervention. The serene landscape surrounding them is filled with the beauty and tranquility of ancient Europe. The rolling hills, dense forest, and the clear blue sky with billowing clouds create a sense of peace and harmony. The figures in the painting are small in comparison to the vast landscape, emphasizing the insignificance of human existence in the grand scheme of things. Rebekah, dressed in traditional Hebrew attire, is depicted with a solemn expression, while Bethuel, an elderly man with a worried look on his face, holds on to her hand in a last-ditch attempt to keep her from leaving. The painting's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimension, while the fog in the distance adds an element of mystery and intrigue. The overall effect is one of timeless beauty and emotional depth, making "Landscape with Rebekah Taking Leave of her Father" a true masterpiece of Baroque art. Claude Lorrain, also known as Claude Gellee, was a master of the landscape genre, and this painting is a testament to his skill and artistry. His ability to capture the beauty of nature and the emotions of the human experience is unparalleled, making this painting a must-see for anyone interested in European art history.
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