Joseph explaining dreams at the Pharaoh’s court
Giovanni Antonio BurriniLandscape · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1727)
Specifications
- Nationality / school
- Italian
- Lifespan
- 1656–1727
About the artwork
Giovanni Antonio Burrini is the artist behind "Joseph explaining dreams at the Pharaoh’s court". The catalogue places it in Religion. The format is landscape. Background on Religion: Buddhist painting, Hindu devotional imagery, and Islamic calligraphy and ornament each have conventions of their own. Religious painting is among the largest bodies of art ever made, from altarpieces, icons, and illuminated manuscripts to devotional prints.
"Joseph explaining dreams at the Pharaoh’s court" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A landscape format suits wide, low wall spaces such as the stretch above a bed, mantel, or sideboard. Religious subjects rely on symbolism, gesture, and layered painterly drama, so they tend to read best in calm and composed interiors. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
Italian, 1656–1727
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