Book Title: The Holy Bible containing the Old and New Testaments, according to the authorised version. With illustrations by Gustave Doré

Author: Doré, Gustave, 1832-1883, ill.

Image Title: The Judgment of Solomon

Scripture Reference:

• 1 Kings 3 (further images / scripture text)

Description: Solomon appears on his throne as two women approach, both claiming custody of a baby. Solomon's servant stands with drawn sword to divide the child between the two women. The artist, Gustave Doré (1832-1883), has placed his signature at the lower left of the woodcut, and the engraver’s signature, Adolphe Gusmand (1821-1905), is located at the lower right.

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