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Samson Rending the Lion
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The biblical hero Samson appears here as a fantastical medieval courtier, proving his courage and strength by slaying a lion with his bare hands. Viewers familiar with Samson’s story would have identified the courtly maiden as the woman of Timnah, a heathen who marries Samson, but betrays him during their wedding. The idea that even history’s greatest men succumbed to the power of women was a popular one in early prints.
| Artist / Maker | Master ES |
|---|---|
| Date | 1450–67 |
| Culture / Origin | Germany |
| Medium | engraving |
| Department | Prints |
| Type |
About the Artist
active ca. 1450-1467 Full biography →
Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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