Isaac’s servant trying the bracelet on Rebecca’s arm by Benjamin West

Isaac's servant trying the bracelet on Rebecca's arm - Benjamin West -

Artwork Information

TitleIsaac's servant trying the bracelet on Rebecca's arm
ArtistBenjamin West
Mediumoil,canvas
Art MovementRococo
Current LocationPrivate Collection

About Isaac's servant trying the bracelet on Rebecca's arm

“Isaac’s servant trying the bracelet on Rebecca’s arm,” a religious painting by Benjamin West, is executed with oil on canvas and exemplifies the Rococo art movement. This work is part of a private collection.

The artwork depicts a serene biblical scene where Rebecca is being adorned with a bracelet by Isaac’s servant. The servant, dressed in traditional attire, carefully places the bracelet on Rebecca’s arm, symbolizing the validation of her as the chosen bride for Isaac. Rebecca, central to the composition, stands gracefully while looking thoughtfully away. The delicate handling of textures and light, combined with the use of soft yet vibrant colors, embodies the Rococo style, adding a sense of opulence and elegance to the sacred narrative. The painting conveys a sense of purity and divinity, highlighted by Rebecca’s composed demeanor and the attentive servant. In the background, additional figures and a camel add depth and context to the scene, grounding it in its historical and religious significance.

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