Artwork

Kinderbacchanal

Kinderbacchanal, by Josef Hauzinger, oil
Kinderbacchanal, by Josef Hauzinger, oil

Kinderbacchanal is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Josef Hauzinger. It is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

Overview

Kinderbacchanal is an oil painting by Josef Hauzinger, created in 1791. It is part of the Kunsthistorisches Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a group of naked babies with long hair playing in a dark setting, holding various objects. Their activities are ambiguous, leaving interpretation open.

Technique & Style

The use of oil paint achieves a rich color palette. The artist's application of chiaroscuro creates strong contrasts between light and dark, emphasizing the figures against the background.

Artist & collection

Artist

Josef Hauzinger

Josef Hauzinger (1728–1786) was an artist, born in Vienna.