This is a drawing of a scene featuring a central bearded figure seated on clouds holding an orb, gesturing towards surrounding figures. Numerous figures are depicted standing and seated on clouds, appearing engaged in discourse or gathering. Some figures face the central figure while others interact with each other. Winged figures are seen in the upper left corner and among the clouds. Musculature and draped fabrics are detailed, adding dynamism. An orb is present, potentially symbolizing power or authority. Fine lines and cross-hatching provide depth and texture in the composition.
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Satan Challenges God to Remove his Protection from Job

Maerten van Heemskerck (Netherlandish, 1498 - 1574)

1562

Medium
pen and brown ink over traces of graphite on laid paper, incised for transfer
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
sheet: 19.2 x 24.8 cm (7 9/16 x 9 3/4 in.) ; mount: 28.5 x 37.8 cm (11 1/4 x 14 7/8 in.)
Culture
North Netherlandish
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Joseph F. McCrindle Collection
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Teens profiles and older: its subject is for older viewers (war, death, the Passion, drink or the like). How works are placed

View at the National Gallery of Art