Vulcan Discovering Venus and Mars

Französische Grafik 1845–1855,

This painting depicts a nighttime scene with a couple on a bed in a dark room illuminated by a strong beam of light. A figure in a hooded cloak with a lantern leans over them, while another figure at the foot of the bed holds a string instrument. The artwork is in the style of Henry Fuseli and features dramatic lighting and expressive emotions.
Artist
Französische Grafik 1845–1855
Type
Drawing
Medium
pen and black ink, black wash and white gouache on brown prepared laid paper; laid down
Dimensions
22.4 × 29.8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This painting depicts a nighttime scene with a couple on a bed in a dark room illuminated by a strong beam of light. A figure in a hooded cloak with a lantern leans over them, while another figure at the foot of the bed holds a string instrument. The artwork is in the style of Henry Fuseli and features dramatic lighting and expressive emotions.

Französische Grafik 1845–1855