Erminia was painted by Peter von Cornelius in 1825.

Where can I see Erminia?

Erminia is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Erminia?

Erminia is associated with Romanticism.

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Museum-quality prints of Erminia are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Erminia

Peter von Cornelius , 1825

Erminia is an ink drawing by the Romanticist artist Peter von Cornelius. It dates from 1825 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:in unknown hand, lower right: Cornelius

About this work

Overview

Erminia is a drawing created by Peter von Cornelius in 1825, exemplifying the artist's skill with pen, ink, and wash techniques on wove paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in armor, likely Erminia, a character from Torquato Tasso's epic poem 'Jerusalem Delivered', shown in profile with a serene expression and intricate details on her armor and attire.

Technique & Style

Executed in pen and brown ink with gray wash over graphite, the work showcases Cornelius's adherence to the Nazarene style, characterized by detailed drawing and a focus on historical or literary subjects.

History & Provenance

Cornelius, a prominent figure in the Nazarene movement and uncle of composer Peter Cornelius, created this drawing in 1825, reflecting his expertise in religious and historical painting.

Knight in Armor, Holding a Halberd, Swabian 15th Century

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Artist

Peter von Cornelius

Peter von Cornelius (23 September 1783, Düsseldorf – 6 March 1867, Berlin) was a German painter and one of the main representatives of the Nazarene movement. He was the uncle of the composer Peter Cornelius (1824–1874).