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MAN Naples 110878, by Unknown, fresco, 1850

MAN Naples 110878

Unknown

1850

fresco

From the collection of Naples National Archaeological Museum

Clothed Male, Naked Female

Dominant colour

Overview

MAN Naples 110878 is a 1850 fresco by Unknown, depicting Clothed Male, Naked Female, held at Naples National Archaeological Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
Naples National Archaeological Museum

About this work

The image depicts a fresco painting of a man and a woman in a dynamic pose. The woman, standing upright, is clothed and appears to be pulling the man, who is lying on his back, towards her. The man's legs are bent, and his arms are outstretched, as if he is being pulled or dragged. The fresco is rendered in muted colors, with the figures standing out against a dull background. The overall effect is one of movement and energy, as if the scene is unfolding before the viewer's eyes. The fresco is held at the Naples National Archaeological Museum. To learn more about fresco painting, a technique used to create artworks on wet plaster, explore the world of art and discover the stories behind the masterpieces.

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