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Samson Destroys the Temple of the Philistines
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Samson Destroys the Temple of the Philistines

Philips Galle · 1558 - 1562 · engraving; paper

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

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Samson destroys the pillars of the temple with his last strength, killing himself and the Philistines present. A harpist attempts to flee, his harp flying through the air. People who were on the roof fall down. Print forms part of an album.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineSimson verwoest de tempel van de Filistijnen. 1558 - 1562. Philips Galle. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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