Who painted Amfitrita (copie)?

Amfitrita (copie) was painted by Gheorghe Tattarescu in 1867.

Where can I see Amfitrita (copie)?

Amfitrita (copie) is held by Bucharest Municipality Museum.

Artwork

Amfitrita (copie)

Amfitrita (copie) is an unspecified painting by Gheorghe Tattarescu. It dates from 1867 and is held in the collection of the Bucharest Municipality Museum.

About this work

Overview

Amfitrita is a painting by Gheorghe Tattarescu, a Romanian artist known for introducing neoclassicism to modern Romanian painting. Created around 1867, it is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a scene from classical mythology, featuring a woman in white floating above a turbulent sea, accompanied by a man and two horses. The woman holds a baby and is surrounded by a glowing aura, distinguishing her from the dark surroundings.

Technique & Style

Tattarescu employed chiaroscuro, using strong shadows to create depth, particularly on the horses and the man's face, giving parts of the scene a three-dimensional appearance. This technique highlights the artist's skill in manipulating light and shadow to convey volume and atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Artist

Gheorghe Tattarescu

Gheorghe Tattarescu (Romanian pronunciation: ; October 1818 – October 24, 1894) was a Romanian painter and a pioneer of neoclassicism in his country's modern painting.

Museum

Bucharest Municipality Museum

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