Albrecht Durer descends the Rhine

Albrecht Durer descends the Rhine

Josef Lies

1855

oil

From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp

About this work

This painting depicts a man in a long, white robe with a red collar, standing on a boat with a group of people. He holds a piece of paper in his left hand and gestures with his right. The boat is filled with various items, including a large barrel and a rope. In the background, there are rocky cliffs and a village. The man's attire and the style of the painting suggest a historical or religious theme. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and atmosphere. To learn more about the artist who created this painting, look up Josef Lies.

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