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King Saul Throws Himself on His Sword

Jan Lamsvelt · 1684 - 1743 · etching; engraving; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Biblical scene from 1 Sam. 31:4-6. King Saul, right in armor, throws himself into his own sword. To the left lies Saul's armour-bearer with a sword through his chest on the ground. In the distance is an army in battle. Print marked bottom right: V.T. 42.

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print Saul kills himself with a sword

Credit lineKoning Saul stort zich in zijn zwaard. 1684 - 1743. Jan Lamsvelt. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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