Who painted Resting on the Banks of the Tiber?

Resting on the Banks of the Tiber was painted by Paul Delaroche in 1838.

Where can I see Resting on the Banks of the Tiber?

Resting on the Banks of the Tiber is held by Hermitage Museum.

What movement is Resting on the Banks of the Tiber?

Resting on the Banks of the Tiber is associated with French Romanticism.

Can I buy a print of Resting on the Banks of the Tiber?

Museum-quality prints of Resting on the Banks of the Tiber are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Resting on the Banks of the Tiber

Paul Delaroche , 1838

Resting on the Banks of the Tiber is an oil painting by the French Romanticist artist Paul Delaroche. It dates from 1838 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

Resting on the Banks of the Tiber is an 1838 oil painting by Paul Delaroche, blending elements of Romanticism and Academicism.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a man and woman resting by a river with a baby, dressed in simple, worn clothing. The scene conveys a sense of quiet domesticity, with the man's tired expression and the calm baby suggesting a moment of repose.

Technique & Style

Delaroche's characteristic pragmatic realism is evident in the detailed, restrained portrayal of the figures and the muted, earthy color palette.

History & Provenance

The painting is now held in the State Hermitage Museum, exemplifying Delaroche's work during the French Romantic period.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Paul Delaroche

Hippolyte-Paul Delaroche (French pronunciation:; 17 July 1797 – 4 November 1856) was a French painter known for his depiction of scenes from English and French history.