Artwork
Illustration of a Folk Tale: Gibbon Outwitting a Man
Illustration of a Folk Tale: Gibbon Outwitting a Man is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The painting 'Illustration of a Folk Tale: Gibbon Outwitting a Man' is a depiction of a scene from a traditional story, featuring a monkey outsmarting a human. It is held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows a gibbon hanging from a tree branch, evading a man below who is armed with a long stick. The narrative suggests the monkey's cleverness in outwitting the man, illustrating a folk tale's themes of wit and cunning.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a simple, effective style with bold lines and minimal detail, creating a clear visual narrative. The background is a light beige color with darker shading around the edges, adding depth to the composition.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
