Spring was painted by Lawrence Alma-Tadema in 1898.

Where can I see Spring?

Spring is held by J. Paul Getty Museum.

What movement is Spring?

Spring is associated with Academic Art.

Artwork

Spring

Lawrence Alma-Tadema , 1898

Spring is an oil painting by the Academic Art artist Lawrence Alma-Tadema. It dates from 1898 and is held in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum.

About this work

Overview

Spring is an oil-on-canvas painting created by Lawrence Alma-Tadema in 1894. It is now part of the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection in Los Angeles.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a springtime scene, blending Victorian and Ancient Roman elements. It shows children collecting flowers, a tradition associated with May Day, and relates it to an ancient Roman festival, possibly Cerealia, Floralia, or Ambarvalia.

Legacy

The painting influenced the 1934 film Cleopatra, specifically the scene of Julius Caesar's triumphal entry into Rome.

History & Provenance

The painting has been in the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection since 1972.

Artist & collection

Artist

Lawrence Alma-Tadema

Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema ( AL-mə TAD-ay-mə; born Lourens Alma Tadema, Dutch:; 8 January 1836 – 25 June 1912) was a Dutch painter who later settled in the United Kingdom, becoming the last officially recognised denizen in 1873.