The Sacrifice of Isaac
Isaac blesses Jacob, believing him to be Esau
H. 1.12 x W. 1.21 m
H. 3ft 8 x W. 3ft 11 ½
H. 1.31 x W. 1.21 m
H. 4ft 3 ½ x W. 3ft 11 ½
Pair of tapestries au point (needlework)
France, early 18th century.
Iconography:
These are two well-known biblical scenes: young Isaac escaped death because an angel stopped Abraham's hand as he was about to obey God and sacrifice his only son. Many years later, Isaac, now old and blind, blesses Jacob, believing him to be Esau.
Materials and condition:
Embroidered in wool and silk on canvas
Good condition, very fresh colors; this may be a larger piece separated into two parts.
Provenance :
- Marché de l'Art, Paris
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