1872
oil
canvas
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
Treasures of the Sea is a 1872 oil by Hans Makart, a Realism work, held at Art Institute of Chicago.
This painting depicts a group of people in classical attire, surrounded by various objects and creatures. The central figure is a woman with long hair, wearing a flowing white dress and holding a shell. To her left is a man in a red robe, while on the right, a woman in a pink dress is shown with a child. The background is a warm, golden color, with hints of green and blue. In the foreground, several objects are scattered, including a large shell, a fish, and a piece of fabric. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and contemplation. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures.
Hans Makart (28 May 1840 – 3 October 1884) was an Austrian academic history painter, designer and decorator.
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