Jacob and Rachel at the Well of Haran
This painting tells the story, recorded in Genesis, of Jacob
meeting and falling in love with Rachel. Rachel had come with
many other shepherds and shepherdesses to the well at Haran to
water her flock. She was the daughter of one of Jacob's
relatives and when Jacob saw her he fell in love with her.
Her father Laban requested that Jacob work 7 years for him before
he would give Rachel to him in marriage.
Gerard de Lairesse was a Dutchman, born in
Liège. In his early years as an artist he was
greatly influenced by Rembrandt's work. However his
admiration for the Dutch master waned and latterly he pursued a
more fashionable style. In 1690 he went blind putting an end
to his painting. He turned his attention to art theory and
lecturing. His collected lectures were published and were
highly influential.
Object no :
RI_DI_0053955
Collection :
Creator :
Gerard de Lairesse (1641 - 1711)
Place of Production :
Holland
Dimensions :
1130 x 1920mm
Materials :
oil on canvas
Location :
NA
Accession number :
FA/A108
Copyright :
East Ayrshire Council