Artwork
Medos og Angelica
Medos og Angelica is an unspecified painting by Hendrick Krock. It dates from 1701 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.
About this work
Overview
Medos og Angelica is a 1701 painting by Danish history painter Hendrick Krock, featuring characters from the Orlando Furioso tradition in a serene wooded setting.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Angelica and Medoro, legendary figures from Ariosto's Orlando Furioso, capturing a tranquil, intimate moment between them.
The painting depicts Angelica and Medoro, legendary figures from Ariosto's Orlando Furioso, capturing a tranquil, intimate moment between them. Angelica, a princess, and Medoro, a warrior, are shown in a pose suggesting comfort and trust, with Angelica's gentle embrace and Medoro's relaxed grip on his spear conveying a sense of peaceful connection. This scene may allude to their romantic bond or a moment of respite, reflecting themes of love and vulnerability within the epic narrative.
Technique & Style
Krock's use of soft lighting, with contrasting darker areas, and the naturalistic depiction of the wooded background, reflects his adoption of Italian Baroque influences. The subjects' relaxed poses and the overall calm atmosphere further characterize the work's style.
History & Provenance
Created in 1701, Medos og Angelica is part of the collection at Statens Museum for Kunst. As a court painter to Danish monarchs Frederick IV and Christian VI, Krock's work contributed significantly to the establishment of Denmark's artistic institutions and the development of 18th-century Danish history painting.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hendrick Krock (21 July 1671 – 18 November 1738) was a Danish history painter who, from 1706, was the court painter of Frederick IV as well as his successor Christian VI.
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