1569 (ca.), Paolo Veronese (Paolo Caliari) (?), Esther and Ahasuerus -- Uffizi Gallery (Florence)
From the museum label: The painting depicts an episode from the biblical story of Esther. Driven by her desire to save the people of Israel from the extermination planned by the Vizier Haman, Esther puts her own life in jeopardy by appearing before her husband Ahasuerus, King of the Persians, without having been summoned. Struck by her courage and beauty, the King saves her and touches her with his sceptre. The picture is remarkable for its complex architectural setting and for the glimpse of the Marciana Library in the background on the right.
1569 (ca.), Paolo Veronese (Paolo Caliari) (?), Esther and Ahasuerus -- Uffizi Gallery (Florence)
From the museum label: The painting depicts an episode from the biblical story of Esther. Driven by her desire to save the people of Israel from the extermination planned by the Vizier Haman, Esther puts her own life in jeopardy by appearing before her husband Ahasuerus, King of the Persians, without having been summoned. Struck by her courage and beauty, the King saves her and touches her with his sceptre. The picture is remarkable for its complex architectural setting and for the glimpse of the Marciana Library in the background on the right.