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Ariel (from William Shakespeare's 'The Tempest'), by Joseph Severn, unspecified, 1826

Ariel (from William Shakespeare's 'The Tempest')

Joseph Severn

1826

unspecified

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Ariel (from William Shakespeare's 'The Tempest') is a 1826 unspecified by Joseph Severn, a british_romanticism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
Joseph Severn
When & what style?
1826 · british_romanticism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

In this painting, a nude figure with long hair is seated on the back of a large bat. The figure is holding a circular object with a hole in the center, and its legs are bent at the knees. The background of the painting is a cloudy sky. The figure's pose and facial expression suggest a sense of calmness and serenity. The use of muted colors and soft brushstrokes adds to the overall sense of tranquility in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about this painting, you can visit the Victoria and Albert Museum, where it is currently held.

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