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Duke of Alba Bible: Giving of the Torah

Artist name: Unknown artist

Moses stands upon a wooded hill, rays of light circling his head, holding two huge square Tablets, on which are written the Ten Commandments. Beneath him the people of Israel kneel and raise their arms in fear, while a celestial light glows above.

Source: Exodus 19, Yitro, Deuteronomy 5

Technique: Color illustration

Location: Liria Palace, Madrid

Date: 1430

Dimensions: 40.5 x 29.5