Artwork
Calisto
Calisto is an oil painting by the British Romanticist artist Richard Rothwell. It dates from 1840 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
Calisto is an 1840 oil painting by Richard Rothwell, currently part of the National Gallery of Ireland's collection. The work depicts a serene scene of a nude female figure in a natural setting.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a reclining nude woman, at ease amidst lush vegetation and a calm sky. Her relaxed pose, with head on arm and hand in hair, conveys a sense of peaceful contemplation.
Technique & Style
Rothwell's use of oil paint achieves depth and texture, guiding the viewer's focus towards the subject's tranquil facial expression.
History & Provenance
Created in 1840, the painting is now held in the permanent collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
Artist & collection
