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Satyr's family (bringing up of Zeus), by Hans Thoma, unspecified, 1894

Satyr's family (bringing up of Zeus)

Hans Thoma

1894

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum in Warsaw

Dominant colour

Overview

Satyr's family (bringing up of Zeus) is a 1894 unspecified by Hans Thoma, a Post-Impressionism work, held at National Museum in Warsaw.

Who painted this?
Hans Thoma
When & what style?
1894 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
National Museum in Warsaw

About this work

This painting depicts a serene scene of a family in a natural setting. A man, possibly a satyr, sits on the left, while a woman and two children are on the right. The family is surrounded by lush greenery, with trees and bushes visible in the background. The man is shown with a gentle expression, looking down at the children. The woman is seated, holding one of the children, and appears to be smiling. The children are lying down, with one of them sleeping. The overall atmosphere of the painting is peaceful and idyllic. The use of earthy tones and soft lighting creates a sense of warmth and intimacy. The painting's focus on the family's gentle interaction and the natural surroundings evokes a sense of tranquility. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of Hans Thoma.

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Hans Thoma

Hans Thoma (2 October 1839 – 7 November 1924) was a German painter. An alumnus and later professor of Karlsruhe Academy, he is known for his landscapes, portraits, and symbolic works rooted in German regional life and…

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