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.
Artiste
Amerikanische Malerei 1849–1850
Datation
mid 19th century
Catégorie
Peinture
Technique
Huile sur bois
Dimensions
61 × 81,9 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

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