Who painted Genserich's Invasion of Rome?

Genserich's Invasion of Rome was painted by Karl Bryullov in 1836.

Where can I see Genserich's Invasion of Rome?

Genserich's Invasion of Rome is held by Tretyakov Gallery.

Artwork

Genserich's Invasion of Rome

Genserich's Invasion of Rome is an oil painting by Karl Bryullov. It dates from 1836 and is held in the collection of the Tretyakov Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Genserich's Invasion of Rome is a painting created by Karl Bryullov in 1836 using oil paint. It is a representation of a pivotal historical event.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the invasion of Rome by Gaiseric, king of the Vandals. The scene is one of chaos, with figures in the foreground fleeing or fighting, set against a backdrop of the city's architecture and a prominent statue.

Technique & Style

Bryullov's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that exploits strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and volume to the composition, heightening the sense of drama and tension in the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Karl Bryullov

Karl Pavlovich Bryullov (né Brüllo; Russian: Карл Па́влович Брюлло́в; 23 December 1799 – 23 June 1852) was a Russian painter and draughtsman during the Romantic period, remembered among the greatest visual artists in the history of Russian…

Museum

Tretyakov Gallery

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