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The Judgment of Solomon by Leonaert Bramer

The Judgment of Solomon

The Judgment of Solomon

The Met

Artist: Leonaert Bramer(Dutch, Delft 1596–1674 Delft)

Date: 1640s

Department: European Paintings

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Oil on wood

Dimensions: 31 1/8 x 40 1/2 in. (79.1 x 102.9 cm)

Credit Line: Gift of National Surety Company, 1911

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Dark scene: figures struggle in the center, a robed figure sits on a raised platform

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The scene is set within a large, dimly lit interior space. The overall color palette is dominated by deep browns, grays, and dark reds, with selective illumination highlighting key figures. On the right side, an elevated, ornate platform is draped with rich, dark fabric. A figure, possibly a woman, is seated on this platform, enveloped in voluminous, light-colored robes and wearing a large, elaborate headpiece. Their face is largely obscured by shadow. Behind this central seated figure, several other indistinct figures are visible on the platform. To the right and slightly below the platform, a standing man in dark attire, possibly an official, holds a hat and a staff, looking towards the central figures. In the center of the composition, several figures are engaged in a struggle. A muscular man, partially bare-chested and wearing light-colored fabric around his waist and legs, is being restrained or pulled by other figures. His body is contorted. Another figure kneels in front of him, reaching out. A weapon, possibly a sword or dagger, is visible near the central figures. Numerous other figures are scattered throughout the scene, mostly in deep shadow, some huddled or kneeling on the far left, and others appearing as indistinct figures in the background.

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