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The Bath of Susannah and a superb Country View in the Background, (painting)

Catalog Data

Artist:
Raphael  Search this
Type:
Paintings
Exhibition Catalogs
Date:
1876
Notes:
Appears in exhibition catalog as entry no. 170
This much esteemed picture is justly admired for the beauty of the composition, and the strength of the coloring. Chastity, fright, and indignation, expressed in the handsome features of Susan, form a striking contrast with the figures of the voluptuous old men. A truly valuable gem. [P. 17.]
Synopsis of a Valuable Collection of Old Italian Paintings, and other Rare Articles of Fine Arts, in the possession Mr. John Clark, now exhibiting at No. 333 Broadway, the building having been thoroughly fixed for the purpose, under his direction. Admittance 25 cts. Catalogues 12 1/2 cts. New York: Samuel Adams, Printer, No. 59 Gold Street. 1840.
Topic:
Religion--Old Testament--Susannah  Search this
Recreation--Leisure--Bathing  Search this
Figure group  Search this
Landscape  Search this
Control number:
AECI 05450159
Data Source:
Pre-1877 Art Exhibition Catalogue Index
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:siris_aeci_101982