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The Judgment of Solomon
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The Judgment of Solomon

Anton von Woensam · 1529 · houtsnede; hand coloring; paper

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

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King Solomon sits on his throne rendering judgment. Before the throne stand two women, both claiming motherhood of the living child held by one of them; the dead child lies on the steps. Solomon orders the living baby to be cut in two to determine the true mother. A man stands ready with a sword; the true mother will plead for the child's life. The print is part of an album.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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printalbumbladSolomon gives verdict
Credit lineOordeel van Salomo. 1529. Anton von Woensam. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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