1868
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Gaspard de la Nuit is a 1868 ink by Félicien Rops, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a dark, mysterious scene with a prominent cross in the center. The cross is surrounded by various objects, including a book, a sword, and a shield. In the background, there are several figures, some of which appear to be ghosts or spirits. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of eeriness and foreboding. The use of dark colors and the presence of ghostly figures create a sense of unease and tension. The cross in the center of the image serves as a focal point, drawing the viewer's attention to the heart of the scene. The image is an example of an allegory, a type of artwork that uses symbolism to convey a message or tell a story. To learn more about the artist behind this piece, look up Rops, Félicien.
Félicien Victor Joseph Rops (French: ; 7 July 1833 – 23 August 1898) was a Belgian artist associated with Symbolism, Decadence, and the Parisian fin de siècle, and was a member of the Les XX group.
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