Artwork
An astronomer
An astronomer is an oil painting by Jusepe de Ribera. It is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
About this work
Overview
An astronomer is a 17th-century oil painting held in the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts an elderly man, likely an astronomer, studying a chart or diagram. His contemplative expression and the contrast between the dark background and his light clothing convey a sense of intense focus and intellectual curiosity.
Technique & Style
The work showcases the artist's use of chiaroscuro and impasto techniques, characteristic of Jusepe de Ribera's style, which was influential in Neapolitan art.
History & Provenance
Although attributed to Jusepe de Ribera, the painting's date of 1863 is inconsistent with his active period in the early to mid-17th century, suggesting a potential error in the recorded date.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Jusepe de Ribera (Valencian: ; baptised 17 February 1591 – 3 November 1652) was a Spanish painter and printmaker.
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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