Artwork
Story of Tobias
Story of Tobias is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Carl Borromäus Andreas Ruthart. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.
About this work
Overview
Story of Tobias is a 1660 oil painting by Carl Borromäus Andreas Ruthart, a German artist known later as Frà Andrea. It is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a lively scene with multiple figures, including a man in red and a woman in blue, accompanied by various animals. A stone building and bridge are visible in the background, creating a sense of activity and movement.
Technique & Style
Ruthart worked in the Flemish Baroque style, influenced by Peter Paul Rubens. The painting showcases his use of chiaroscuro, a technique that creates contrast between light and dark areas, adding depth and drama to the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Carl Borromäus Andreas Ruthart
Carl Borromäus Andreas Ruthart (1630 – c. 1703; also known as Carl Ruther and Karl Ruthard; in Italian as Carlo Borromeo Rutardo) was a German painter who spent most of his career in Italy. During the last years of his…
