Artwork
Neptun mit Tritonen (zugeschrieben)
Neptun mit Tritonen (zugeschrieben) is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Hans Bocksberger the Younger. It dates from 1556 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Neptun mit Tritonen is a painting attributed to Hans Bocksberger the Younger, dated to 1556. It is housed at the Alte Pinakothek.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a turbulent scene featuring multiple figures, including a central male figure wielding a spear and wearing a loincloth, surrounded by fantastical creatures such as a dragon-like beast and a figure with a fish tail, suggesting a mythological or allegorical theme.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, emphasizing the central figure amidst a dark, cloudy background. Strong contrasts of light and dark heighten the overall mood of turmoil and conflict.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hans Bocksberger the Younger (1525–1587) was an artist, born in Salzburg.
