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Q131584964, by Henry Fuseli, oil, 1802

Q131584964

Henry Fuseli

1802

oil

From the collection of Kunsthaus Zürich

Dominant colour

Overview

Q131584964 is a 1802 oil by Henry Fuseli, a british_romanticism work, held at Kunsthaus Zürich.

Who painted this?
Henry Fuseli
When & what style?
1802 · british_romanticism
Where can I see it?
Kunsthaus Zürich

About this work

This painting depicts a dramatic scene with two nude figures. On the right, a man stands with his arms raised, while on the left, a figure appears to be emerging from flames. The background is dark, with the flames illuminated in shades of orange and yellow. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of tension and drama, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. The contrast between the warm tones of the flames and the cool tones of the surrounding darkness adds depth to the composition. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the technique further.

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