Artwork
Belphegor
Belphegor is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Charles Emmanuel Patas. It dates from 1794 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Belphegor is an etching created by Charles Emmanuel Patas in 1794, capturing a dramatic and chaotic domestic scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a family in distress: a woman and two children cower in a corner, while a scowling man stands opposite. A small dog in the foreground and a watching bird in the background amplify the turmoil, conveying an atmosphere of tension and fear.
Technique & Style
Patas employs bold lines and expressive shading to create drama and intensity, guiding the viewer's focus to the central figures.
History & Provenance
Created in 1794 by Charles Emmanuel Patas, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
While the exact context of creation is unclear, the work reflects late 18th-century European artistic tendencies towards emotive, detailed etchings exploring human drama.
Legacy
The enduring impact or influence of 'Belphegor' on subsequent art or popular culture is not specified in the given information.
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