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Balaam’s Ass
The painting depicts the biblical scene of the famous prophet Balaam and the speaking donkey, from the description contained in the Book of Numbers (22:21-34). Rembrandt shows the moment of dialogue between the prophet and his donkey, revealing the expression and emotions of the characters in Baroque style.
Portrait of the Creator
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Artist
Rembrandt van Rijn
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Date of birth and death
15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669
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Natinality
Dutch
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Style
Dutch Golden Age, Baroque, masterful chiaroscuro, psychological realism
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Significant works
The Night Watch, The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp, The Jewish Bride, Self-portraits, The Hundred Guilder Print
Information about the work
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Year:
1626
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Execution technique:
oil on panel
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Location:
Musée Cognacq-Jay, Paris, France
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Theme:
Bible, prophet, animals, allegory, religion
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The work presents a mystical and symbolic dialogue between man and animal, emphasizing the motif of divine intervention and supernatural communication.
The key to interpreting the work
Interpret in the context of the biblical story, religious symbolism, and Baroque expression of emotions and drama.See other works by this artist
Self-Portrait with Saskia in the Parable of the Prodigal Son
- Artist: Rembrandt van Rijn
- Year: 1635
