Joseph Makes Himself Known to His Brethren - Engraving after G. Hoet
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Original line engraving with the moment when Joseph reveals himself to his brothers in Egypt (Genesis 45). Below, "Joseph makes himself known to his brethren", with G. Hoet as author of the composition and Hen. Fletcher as engraver; above, the reference "Gene: Chap. 45".
Original line engraving with the moment when Joseph reveals himself to his brothers in Egypt (Genesis 45). Below, "Joseph makes himself known to his brethren", with G. Hoet as author of the composition and Hen. Fletcher as engraver; above, the reference "Gene: Chap. 45".
The biblical compositions of Gerard Hoet (1648-1733) spread throughout Europe by way of the engravings that reproduced them. The Londoner Henry Fletcher, active about 1715-1740, was one of the engravers who carried them into the English illustrated bibles of the 18th century.
Medium: Copper engraving (line engraving).
Artist / after: Gerard Hoet (1648-1733).
Engraver: Henry Fletcher.
Date: 18th century.
Dimensions: Sheet 10.1 x 15.7 in (25.7 x 40 cm).
Condition: Toned paper, with damp stains and tears and losses in the right margin; the image is not affected.
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Original line engraving with the moment when Joseph reveals himself to his brothers in Egypt (Genesis 45). Below, "Joseph makes himself known to his brethren", with G. Hoet as author of the composition and Hen. Fletcher as engraver; above, the reference "Gene: Chap. 45".