Bilder Piter Schulz (1642-1718) – King David Playing the Harp – Engraving (1670)

Beskrivning

"Den Propheet en Koningh David looft den Heere sÿnen Godt met Psalmen" This engraving depicts the biblical figure King David in a moment of private devotion. The king is shown kneeling in a grand architectural hall, playing a harp before an altar covered with a draped cloth upon which his crown and scepter rest. The interior features classical columns and vaulted ceilings, with armed guards visible in the distance through an open archway. This work portrays the dual nature of David as both a powerful monarch and a humble psalmist. This work was published in a series of biblical illustrations printed in Amsterdam.

Piter Schulz, also known as Pieter Schut, was a Dutch engraver and draughtsman active in Amsterdam during the mid to late seventeenth century. He specialized in producing small scale biblical and topographical illustrations, often collaborating with prominent publishers like Nicolaes Visscher. Schulz was known for his ability to translate complex narratives into clear, detailed compositions that were widely accessible to the Dutch public. His work contributed to the rich tradition of seventeenth century Dutch printmaking, which emphasized both technical precision and religious storytelling. Schulz's engravings remain significant for their documentation of contemporary artistic styles and their role in the dissemination of biblical imagery in northern Europe.

Artist or Maker: Piter Schulz.

Dimensions: Approximately 14 cm x 8 cm.

Medium: Engraving.

Date: 1670.

Condition Report:
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