Samson and DelilahJan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens · 1635
Oil- WallArt
- Baroque
1635- Early Modern
131.0 x 111.0 cm
Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens (1607 – 1674)
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The Scene of Samson and Delilah
The painting depicts a scene from the biblical story of Samson and Delilah. In the composition, a man lies on his side with a shaved head, an act performed by Delilah to weaken him. Standing beside him, a woman looks down at him while he sleeps. A third person is visible in the background, appearing to observe the scene or participate in the event.
The setting is a room containing several identifiable objects:
- A chair positioned in the foreground.
- Another chair located further back in the room.
- Two cups placed on nearby surfaces.
About this artwork
- Title: Samson and Delilah
- Artist: Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens
- Year: 1635
- Original dimensions: 131.0 x 111.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Baroque
- Period: Early Modern
- Creative period: Early Period
- Color palette: Earthy
Quick Facts
- Title: Samson and Delilah
- Dimensions: 131 x 111 cm
- Year: 1635
- Notable elements or techniques: Shaved head, realistic atmosphere
- Artist: Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens
Questions & Answers
What are the date and style of "Samson and Delilah" by Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens?
"Samson and Delilah" by Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens is dated 1635 and belongs to Baroque.
What color leads the composition of "Samson and Delilah" by Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens?
espresso (#47302e) is the leading color of "Samson and Delilah" by Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens.
What kind of colors does "Samson and Delilah" use?
The colors of "Samson and Delilah" form an earthy palette. This classification describes the dominant color families.
Who is the artist behind "Samson and Delilah"?
"Samson and Delilah" was created by Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens. The information on this page describes Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens's original work.
How does the style of "Samson and Delilah" relate to its creator's era?
"Samson and Delilah" by Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens is placed in the Baroque movement, within the Early-Modern era of its creator.
What is the creation date of "Samson and Delilah" by Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens?
"Samson and Delilah" by Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens was created in 1635.
What was Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens's age when "Samson and Delilah" was created?
Jan Andrea Lievens Jan Lievens was 28 years old when creating "Samson and Delilah" in 1635. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1607.