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Temple of Olympian Zeus

Temple of Olympian Zeus, by Themistocles von Eckenbrecher, ink, 1890
Temple of Olympian Zeus, by Themistocles von Eckenbrecher, ink, 1890

Temple of Olympian Zeus is an ink drawing by the Impressionist artist Themistocles von Eckenbrecher. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

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Inscribed:lower left: TvE/90

About this work

Overview

Temple of Olympian Zeus is a drawing created in 1890 by Themistocles von Eckenbrecher, a German artist known for landscapes and seascapes.

Technique & Style

The work combines pen and black ink, watercolor, and graphite over black chalk, showcasing von Eckenbrecher's late Romantic style through its atmospheric rendering.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts the ancient Temple of Olympian Zeus in Athens, capturing the ruins with a focus on detail and mood.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Themistocles von Eckenbrecher

Artist

Themistocles von Eckenbrecher

Karl Paul Themistokles von Eckenbrecher (17 November 1842, Athens – 4 December 1921, Goslar) was a German landscape and marine painter, in the late Romantic style.

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Temple of Olympian Zeus?

Temple of Olympian Zeus was painted by Themistocles von Eckenbrecher in 1890.

Where can I see Temple of Olympian Zeus?

Temple of Olympian Zeus is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Temple of Olympian Zeus?

Temple of Olympian Zeus is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Temple of Olympian Zeus?

Museum-quality prints of Temple of Olympian Zeus are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.