1860
oil
canvas
From the collection of Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection
Concordia is a 1860 oil by Pierre Puvis de Chavannes, a Realism work, held at Foundation E.G. Bührle Collection.
This painting shows a group of people in a natural setting, with trees and hills in the background. The figures are dressed in classical attire, with some wearing togas and others in more modern clothing. The scene is peaceful, with people gathered around a central figure. The colors are muted, with shades of green and brown dominating the palette. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of color and light, check out the technique of chiaroscuro.
Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (French pronunciation: ; 14 December 1824 – 24 October 1898) was a French painter known for his mural painting, who came to be known as "the painter for France".
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