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The Judgment of Paris, by Claude Lorrain, chalk, 1645

The Judgment of Paris

Claude Lorrain

1645

chalk

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Judgment of Paris is a 1645 chalk by Claude Lorrain, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Claude Lorrain
When & what style?
1645 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a scene with three figures standing together, surrounded by trees and a distant landscape. The central figure holds a spear, while the other two appear to be engaged in conversation. A subtle detail in the composition is the use of brown ink and wash, which adds depth and texture to the scene. The artist's choice of medium creates a sense of warmth and intimacy, drawing the viewer into the narrative. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this piece, explore the technique of cross-hatching.

About the artist

Portrait of Claude Lorrain
Artist

Claude Lorrain

Claude Lorrain (French: ; born Claude Gellée , called le Lorrain in French; traditionally just Claude in English; c.

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