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The monochrome drawing depicts an episode from story of Gideon, as told in the Old Testament (Judges 7: 5–6). God advised Gideon, a military leader, to select his army by asking the men to drink water from a pool. Those who lapped the water with their tongues like dogs were the chosen ones, and would help Gideon secure victory over the Midianites.
Title
Two Boys before an Easel
Date
about 1645
Medium
Oil on canvas
Measurements
H 56.5 x W 58.7 cm
Accession number
NG3649
Acquisition method
Presented by Sir Henry Howorth through The Art Fund in memory of Lady Howorth, 1922.
Work type
Painting