Contains nudity
Figure Studies
Moses Striking the Rock
Abraham Bloemaert
A dramatic Mannerist masterpiece by Abraham Bloemaert capturing the biblical miracle of water in the desert with striking light and shadow.
Moses Striking the Rock
Jan Steen
1661 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A masterfully detailed biblical narrative from the Dutch Golden Age, filled with character and movement.
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Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with softened warm notes — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Strong as a centered anchor on a clear wall
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Terracotta clay
About the piece
Painted in 1661 by Jan Steen, this work depicts the moment Moses strikes the rock to bring forth water for the Israelites. The scene is rendered with Steen’s characteristic attention to human interaction and lively detail, set against a warm, expansive landscape typical of the Dutch Golden Age.
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