Artwork
The Lovers
The Lovers is a print by the Renaissance artist Wenzel von Olmutz. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 2010.262
- Credit line
- Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
About this work
Overview
The Lovers is a print depicting a serene scene of a man and woman together in a garden.
Subject & Meaning
The couple is surrounded by symbols of love and purity, including carnations representing virginity and the woman's dog signifying fidelity. The wine cooled in a water basin suggests restrained passion, underscoring the chaste nature of their love.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a simple, tranquil composition. The artist's use of subtle detail and symbolism is reminiscent of techniques such as sfumato, employed by artists of the same period to create soft, nuanced effects.
Artist & collection
