Who painted Tibullus Lamenting outside the Door of his Beloved?

Tibullus Lamenting outside the Door of his Beloved was painted by Nicolai Abildgaard in 1808.

Where can I see Tibullus Lamenting outside the Door of his Beloved?

Tibullus Lamenting outside the Door of his Beloved is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is Tibullus Lamenting outside the Door of his Beloved?

Tibullus Lamenting outside the Door of his Beloved is associated with Neoclassicism.

Artwork

Tibullus Lamenting outside the Door of his Beloved

Nicolai Abildgaard , 1808

Tibullus Lamenting outside the Door of his Beloved is an oil painting by the Neoclassicist artist Nicolai Abildgaard. It dates from 1808 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Tibullus Lamenting outside the Door of his Beloved is an oil painting created by Nicolai Abildgaard in 1808. It is now held in the Statens Museum for Kunst.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the Roman poet Tibullus mourning outside his beloved's door. His sorrowful posture and expression convey longing. A dog in the foreground adds a sense of companionship, while the dark background and doorway create depth and mystery.

Technique & Style

The work exemplifies the neoclassical style, characterized by classical themes and restrained emotion. Abildgaard's use of oil paint and somber color palette contribute to the painting's subdued atmosphere.

History & Provenance

Abildgaard, a Danish neoclassical painter and professor, was also a royal history painter who contributed to palace decorations. His work reflects his academic background and artistic training.

Artist & collection

Artist

Nicolai Abildgaard

Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard (11 September 1743 – 4 June 1809) was a Danish neoclassical and royal history painter, sculptor, architect, and professor of painting, mythology, and anatomy at the New Royal Danish Academy of Art in Copenhagen…