Artwork
Frederick the Great at Lissa: Bonsoir, Messieurs
Frederick the Great at Lissa: Bonsoir, Messieurs is an oil painting by the Realist artist Adolph von Menzel. It dates from 1858 and is held in the collection of the Hamburger Kunsthalle.
About this work
Overview
Frederick the Great at Lissa: Bonsoir, Messieurs is an oil painting by Adolph von Menzel, created in 1858.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group of men in military uniforms around a table, with one standing figure addressing the others, set against a dimly lit backdrop with a staircase.
Technique & Style
Menzel employed chiaroscuro to achieve depth and drama, contrasting light and dark areas, while warm colors contribute to the scene's cozy atmosphere.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held at the Hamburger Kunsthalle.
Artist & collection
Artist
Adolph Friedrich Erdmann von Menzel was a German Realist artist noted for drawings, etchings, and paintings.
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