Who painted The Three Marys at the Tomb?

The Three Marys at the Tomb was painted by Wilhelm Kotarbiński in 1890.

Where can I see The Three Marys at the Tomb?

The Three Marys at the Tomb is held by National Museum in Warsaw.

What movement is The Three Marys at the Tomb?

The Three Marys at the Tomb is associated with Symbolism.

Can I buy a print of The Three Marys at the Tomb?

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Artwork

The Three Marys at the Tomb

Wilhelm Kotarbiński , 1890

The Three Marys at the Tomb is an oil painting by the Symbolist artist Wilhelm Kotarbiński. It dates from 1890 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

The Three Marys at the Tomb is a painting created by Wilhelm Kotarbiński in 1890 using oil paint. It is now part of the National Museum in Warsaw's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates the biblical scene of the three Marys visiting Jesus's empty tomb, conveying a somber mood through the figures' grief-stricken expressions and dark attire.

Technique & Style

Kotarbiński employed chiaroscuro to create depth and emotional resonance, characteristic of the Symbolist movement, which emphasized allegorical and suggestive imagery.

History & Provenance

Wilhelm Kotarbiński, a Polish painter active in Kiev and the Russian Empire, produced this work during his career, which was associated with the Symbolist movement.

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Artist

Wilhelm Kotarbiński

Wilhelm Kotarbiński (30 November 1848 – 4 September 1921) was a Polish artist and painter of historical and fantastical subjects, who spent most of his life in Kiev and the Russian Empire.