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Jules Bertrand Gélibert
King Saul Before the Shade of Samuel - Lithograph by Jules Bertrand - 1855

1855

$354.66
£270.25
€300
CA$496.81
A$540.91
CHF 283.21
MX$6,492.67
NOK 3,574.30
SEK 3,351.51
DKK 2,285.10

About the Item

Lithograph on papier de chine appliqué, realized by Jules Bertrand (1823-1887) after Victor Orsel (1795-1850). It depicts the dramatic biblical episode from the First Book of Samuel, in which King Saul, desperate for guidance before battle, consults the Witch of Endor to summon the spirit of the prophet Samuel. The ghostly figure of Samuel appears at the right, shrouded in mist, raising a hand in admonition. Saul, dressed in classical armor, collapses to the ground in fear and despair, while the witch recoils holding a torch, and two of Saul’s attendants stand terrified in the shadows. The style reflects the Romantic and historical approach of mid-19th-century French religious art: highly theatrical composition, flowing drapery, and intense contrasts of light and dark. Not signed, as issued. In very good condition, with vivide contrasts and a fresh inking.
  • Creator:
    Jules Bertrand Gélibert (1834 - 1916, French)
  • Creation Year:
    1855
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.42 in (29 cm)Width: 15.36 in (39 cm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
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  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    Insurance may be requested by customers as additional service, contact us for more information.
  • Gallery Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T-1575061stDibs: LU650317156042

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