Artwork

Sulmalla prøver forgæves at overtale sin elsker Cathmor til at slutte fred med Fingal

Sulmalla prøver forgæves at overtale sin elsker Cathmor til at slutte fred med Fingal is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst. This painting, created around 1850 by an artist known as 666_person, depicts a dramatic scene between two figures.

About this work

Overview

This painting, created around 1850 by an artist known as 666_person, depicts a dramatic scene between two figures. It is currently held at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows Sulmalla attempting to persuade Cathmor, her lover, to make peace with Fingal. The figures are set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky with flying birds, suggesting a narrative rooted in fantasy or mythology.

Technique & Style

The painting features a woman in dark attire leaning forward to address a seated, armored man. The contrast between her dark dress and his shiny armor creates visual tension. The style is characterized by attention to detail in the figures' clothing and accessories.

History & Provenance

The artwork was created circa 1850 and is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection. Its origins and the artist's identity, referred to as 666_person, are tied to a specific historical and artistic context.