Artwork
The Temptation of St. Anthony
The Temptation of St. Anthony is an oil painting by Henri Fantin-Latour. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Western Art. The Temptation of St.
About this work
Overview
The Temptation of St. Anthony is a painting executed in oil paint by Henri Fantin-Latour, a French artist known for his work in multiple mediums.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Anthony the Great, a revered religious figure, undergoing temptation, a theme drawn from Christian tradition.
Technique & Style
Fantin-Latour's use of oil paint is characteristic of his still lifes and portraits, but here applied to a religious subject, showcasing his versatility.
History & Provenance
Created around 1880, The Temptation of St. Anthony is now held in the National Museum of Western Art, indicating its recognition as a significant work.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ignace Henri Jean Theodore Fantin-Latour (French pronunciation: ; 14 January 1836 – 25 August 1904) was a French painter and lithographer best known for his flower paintings and group portraits of Parisian artists and writers.
