About the creation

Garden of Purity by Mir Khwand: Joseph on his way to Egypt

Artist name: Unknown artist

Joseph, wearing green robes and with a halo, sits in a tent with the Ishmaelite traders on his way to be sold into slavery in Egypt. In the background are other tents, camels, horses and servants.

Source: Genesis 37; 39

Technique: Color illustration

Location: Israel Museum, Jerusalem

Date: 1600

Dimensions: 14.5 x 23.5