Who painted Opfer an Silen?

Opfer an Silen was painted by Sebastiano Ricci in 1722.

Where can I see Opfer an Silen?

Opfer an Silen is held by Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden.

What movement is Opfer an Silen?

Opfer an Silen is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Opfer an Silen

Sebastiano Ricci , 1722

Opfer an Silen is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Sebastiano Ricci. It dates from 1722 and is held in the collection of the Staatliche Kunstsammlungen Dresden.

About this work

Overview

Opfer an Silen is a 1722 oil painting by Sebastiano Ricci, an Italian artist who worked during the transition from Baroque to Rococo. The painting is part of the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister collection and exemplifies the Rococo style.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a lively scene centered around a figure in a white robe on a stone platform, surrounded by kneeling and standing figures. The composition suggests a ritual or ceremonial context, with the central figure's raised arm and held cloth implying a significant action or gesture.

Technique & Style

Ricci's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, emphasizing the central figure. The overall atmosphere is one of energy and movement, with dynamic interactions between the figures. The artist's style, characterized by luminosity and vigor, reflects his Cortonesque influences.

History & Provenance

Sebastiano Ricci, uncle and teacher of the landscape painter Marco Ricci, created Opfer an Silen in 1722. The painting is now held in the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister collection.