17th and 18th
SCHÜTZ Carl
FICHE 12954
(Austrian 1746 - 1800)
Joseph explique les songes de l'échanson et du pannetier de Pharaon
Etching
1772
Impression on laid paper.
Sold by his brothers to Pharaoh's officer, Putiphar, Joseph is falsely accused of adultery by Putiphar's wife. In prison, he interprets the dreams of the cupbearer and the baker of Pharaoh (The Bible, Genesis 40).
Sheet: 312 x 428 mm.
Reference: a proof is preserved in the British Museum.
Condition: impression trimmed to the image and to the letter. A restored tear from the lower edge. Some foxmarks and staining.
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