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Samson

1887
3658.0 x 2438.0 cm
Walker Art Gallery

Samson was a Biblical hero renowned for his strength in the Israelites’ struggle for independence against the Philistines. His mistress Delilah persuaded him to reveal that his strength would fail if his hair was cut. She then had his head shaved while he was asleep. The Philistines are here seen binding the enfeebled warrior before the delighted, vindictive Delilah. Violent in action and passion, skilful in anatomy and composition, and rich in colour and brushwork, this is a rare British example of the type of pictures which were the sensations of contemporary art exhibitions in late 19th-century Paris.

solomon joseph solomon (1840 – 1905)

Solomon Joseph Solomon (1860-1927) was a British painter renowned for dramatic biblical & mythological scenes, innovative portraits, and pioneering camouflage in WWI. Founding member of the New English Art Club & Royal Academician.

Walker Art Gallery (Liverpool, United Kingdom)

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Title: Samson
Artist: solomon joseph solomon
Year: 1887
Original dimensions: 3658.0 x 2438.0 cm
Format: Landscape
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: Walker Art Gallery
Main color: Espresso
Color intensity: Monochromatic

Samson

solomon joseph solomon (1840 – 1905)

Walker Art Gallery (Liverpool, United Kingdom)

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