Hermes befaler Kalypso at frigive Odysseus
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
Hermes befaler Kalypso at frigive Odysseus is a 1750 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This black-and-white photo shows a busy scene with a woman in fancy clothes sitting on a raised platform. Around her, a group of people—some standing, some sitting—watch her closely. In the background, a winged figure leans on a rock, looking down. The lighting is dramatic, with dark shadows and bright spots highlighting faces and objects. The winged figure might be a mythical character, but the rest of the scene looks like a gathering or performance. The woman in the center seems important, possibly a ruler or host. If you like this style, look up *chiaroscuro* next.
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