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Saul Before Samuel and the Prophets, 1812 (oil on canvas)
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Saul Before Samuel and the Prophets, 1812 (oil on canvas)
HEH372359 Saul Before Samuel and the Prophets, 1812 (oil on canvas) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820); 167.6x259.4 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA, USA; (add.info.: Saul was sent to look for his fathers donkeys but got lost; Upon meeting the Judge Samuel, Samuel anointed him King of Israel; Book of Samuel; ); eHuntington Art Collections; eHuntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23384234
© Huntington Art Collections Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens / Bridgeman Images
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The captivating oil on canvas painting, "Saul Before Samuel and the Prophets" by Benjamin West, transports viewers to a significant biblical moment. With its grand dimensions of 167.6x259.4 cm, this masterpiece is housed in the prestigious Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, CA. The scene depicted in the painting unfolds from the Book of Samuel. Saul, originally sent on a mission to find his father's donkeys but lost along the way, encounters Judge Samuel and a group of prophets. Little did Saul know that this chance meeting would alter his destiny forever. Intriguingly captured by West's skilled brushstrokes are the emotions etched across each character's face - anticipation mixed with trepidation as they await Samuel's divine revelation. The artist masterfully portrays Saul as he is anointed King of Israel by Samuel himself. This artwork not only showcases West's artistic prowess but also serves as a visual testament to faith and religious devotion. The presence of soldiers clad in armor symbolizes strength and protection while highlighting Saul's leadership role within ancient Israelite society. As we gaze upon this remarkable painting from Bridgeman Images' collection at Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of the power of belief and how unexpected encounters can shape our lives in unimaginable ways.
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