Plate 11: Joseph — Jacob de Gheyn II (Netherlandish, 1565–1629) | DiscoverArt

Jacob de Gheyn II

Plate 11: Joseph

c. 1589

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FROM THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART’S CATALOG

The abundantly flowing fountain in this image may refer to Jacob’s blessing to his son Joseph that he would enjoy a double portion of inheritance.

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