Hagar and Ishmael Banished by Abraham by Pieter Jozef Verhaghen. A theatrical grouping of figures in classical attire depicts a bearded man in a turban and red cloak gesturing away a woman in a white gown and a small boy.

Hagar and Ishmael Banished by Abraham

Pieter Jozef Verhaghen

1781 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A masterfully executed late 18th-century biblical narrative painting featuring rich, warm tones and dramatic figure work.

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Where it works

A substantial, grounding work with softened warm notes — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Library · Living Room · Study
Placement
Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Olive green

About the piece

Created in 1781 by Pieter Jozef Verhaghen, this oil on canvas captures the emotional moment of Abraham's banishment of Hagar and Ishmael. The work is characteristic of the late Baroque style, featuring a theatrical composition, luminous lighting, and a sophisticated interplay of colors between the figures and their architectural environment.

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