Children of Jacob sell his brother Joseph

Konstantin Dmitriyevich Flavitsky was a Russian painter renowned for his Religious painting and history works, often exemplifying the Romanticism style. His painting titled Children of Jacob sell his brother Joseph depicts a biblical scene illustrating the cruelty and emotional intensity characteristic of Romanticism. The powerful storytelling and dramatic composition emphasize themes of betrayal and familial conflict rooted in biblical history. Flavitsky’s mastery in capturing deep emotional states and moral dilemmas makes this piece a compelling example of his contribution to Russian Religious painting and Romanticism.