Germania

Germania

Philipp Veit

1834

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a woman sitting on a throne, wearing a long, flowing robe with a blue cape draped over her shoulders. She has a crown of leaves on her head and holds a book in her lap. A sword rests across her legs, and she sits in front of a large tree. The woman's throne is adorned with various symbols, including a cross, a sun, and a bird. The background of the painting features a serene landscape with rolling hills and a body of water in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of peace and tranquility. The use of watercolor and glazing techniques adds depth and richness to the painting, creating a sense of luminosity and texture.

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