King Uzziah Stricken with Leprosy

Year

c. 1639/1640

Technique

Oil on panel

Dimensions

102.8 x 78.8

Gallery

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chatsworth_House

Number

164

Commentary

Covered with a disturbing layer of yellowed varnish. The dark patches in Uzziah’s face are probably painted indications of his leprosy