Artwork
A snake-charmer
A snake-charmer is a paint painting by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
A snake-charmer is a painting depicting a group of people gathered under a tree, surrounded by snakes. The scene is characterized by bright colors and bold outlines.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows five people interacting with coiled snakes, with one man playing a flute and another handling a snake. The snakes appear calm, suggesting a sense of control and domesticity.
Technique & Style
The painting features flat colors and bold outlines, giving the scene a lively yet staged quality. Earthy browns dominate the ground, while red hats and green sashes add vibrant accents.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
