The artwork titled “Moses Brought to the Pharaoh’s Daughter,” created by William Hogarth in 1752, is an etching on paper. It belongs to the Rococo art movement and measures 50.3 by 64.2 centimeters. This piece is a religious painting depicting the biblical story of Moses being presented to the Pharaoh’s daughter.
In the artwork, the Pharaoh’s daughter is seated regally, extending her hand towards the young Moses, who stands nearby, holding his mother’s hand. The scene is detailed with architectural elements in the background, including pillars and distant structures, indicating the setting within an Egyptian palace. The figures are adorned in period-appropriate attire, reflecting the grandeur and intricacy typical of Hogarth’s style and the Rococo movement. The expressions and body language of the characters suggest a moment of significance and revelation, capturing the poignant moment from the biblical narrative.
