Aurora

Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850, mid 19th century

The artwork is a horizontal painting depicting a scene. A female figure with long flowing hair, dressed in a blue and red garment, is riding a golden chariot. The chariot, adorned with intricate patterns, is pulled by two white horses with wings, positioned mid-stride. The chariot is over a bed of clouds, set against a light blue sky. Below, a landscape with a green hill and a body of water reflects the rising sun, casting rays upward. The composition includes celestial and terrestrial elements.
Artista
Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850
Fecha
mid 19th century
Tipo
Pintura
Técnica
Óleo sobre madera
Medidas
61 × 81,9 cm
Colección
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licencia
Dominio público, CC0

Descripción de la imagen

The artwork is a horizontal painting depicting a scene. A female figure with long flowing hair, dressed in a blue and red garment, is riding a golden chariot. The chariot, adorned with intricate patterns, is pulled by two white horses with wings, positioned mid-stride. The chariot is over a bed of clouds, set against a light blue sky. Below, a landscape with a green hill and a body of water reflects the rising sun, casting rays upward. The composition includes celestial and terrestrial elements.

Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850