Artwork
Skinned Head of an Ox
Skinned Head of an Ox is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Skinned Head of an Ox is a painting created around 1650 by an artist known as 6160_person. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a detailed representation of an ox's head with its skin pulled back, revealing the flesh and bone beneath. The dark background accentuates the subject's features, including the visible eye and the texture of the skin and flesh.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its realistic rendering and use of chiaroscuro, a technique that creates a sense of depth by contrasting light and dark areas. This stylistic choice draws attention to the central elements of the composition.
Artist & collection
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