1760
oil
canvas
From the collection of Nationalmuseum
Dominant colour
Majestas Publica is a 1760 oil by Johan Pasch, a Rococo painting work, held at Nationalmuseum.
The painting depicts a lavish scene, with a large, ornate crown as the central focus. The crown is adorned with intricate details and is placed atop a blue cloth, which is draped over a table or pedestal. The background of the painting features a dark, muted color scheme, with hints of gold and brown. A circular object with an inscription is visible in the foreground, adding to the overall sense of opulence and grandeur. The painting's use of rich colors and textures creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the central crown. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume and depth, adds to the overall drama and majesty of the scene. Next, explore the work of artist Johan Pasch.
Johan Pasch (12 March 1706, Stockholm - 16 January 1769, Stockholm) was a Swedish painter, etcher and decorative artist.
See the richer artist pageYour cart is empty
Explore artworks →
