The Birth of Pallas Athene

1850

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century Aeneas

Dominant colour

The Birth of Pallas Athene is a 1850 by Unknown, a Impressionism work, depicting Aeneas, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1850 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white image shows four figures in a room with columns. A woman in a long robe and crown stands in the center, holding a spear and a cloak. Two men with beards and draped cloths stand on either side of her—one holding a sword, the other leaning on a stool. A fourth figure, also bearded and draped, kneels on the floor. The woman’s crown and spear suggest she might be a goddess. The men’s poses look dramatic, like they’re part of a serious moment. Want to know more? Check out the movement: Impressionism, Realism.