Artwork
A Fisherman from Sorronto, Italy
A Fisherman from Sorronto, Italy is a photography by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
A Fisherman from Sorronto, Italy is a painting created in 1860 by an artist known as 258_person. It is now held at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts an elderly fisherman sitting in a doorway, surrounded by elements of his profession. His attire and the presence of fishing gear suggest a lifelong connection to the sea, evoking a sense of serenity and familiarity.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. Soft, natural light illuminates the composition, enhancing its tranquil atmosphere.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
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The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
