Who painted The Good Samaritan?

The Good Samaritan was painted by Unknown in 1798.

Where can I see The Good Samaritan?

The Good Samaritan is held by Statens Museum for Kunst.

What movement is The Good Samaritan?

The Good Samaritan is associated with French Romanticism.

Artwork

The Good Samaritan

Unknown , 1798

The Good Samaritan is an unspecified painting by the French Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1798 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

The Good Samaritan is a painting depicting a scene of aid and compassion.

Subject & Meaning

The work shows a kneeling figure assisting a wounded person, set against a wooded backdrop with a saddled horse nearby. The contrast between the simple attire of the wounded and the helper's loose robe suggests a narrative emphasis on the act of kindness.

Technique & Style

Soft lighting highlights the faces and hands of the figures, creating a sense of intimacy. The use of light and shadow adds depth to the scene.