Die Sintflut (1. Mose 7, 23) (1855)
Johann Wilhelm Schirmer1855 · Landscape · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1863)
Specifications
- Year
- 1855
- Nationality / school
- German
- Lifespan
- 1807–1863
About the artwork
Dated 1855, "Die Sintflut (1. Mose 7, 23)" is an artwork by Johann Wilhelm Schirmer. It is listed in the Religion collection. The image is in landscape orientation. Background on Religion: Religious painting is among the largest bodies of art ever made, from altarpieces, icons, and illuminated manuscripts to devotional prints. Christian art follows long-established iconography, such as the Madonna and Child, the Annunciation, and the Crucifixion. Historical background, 1855: Landscape gained new prestige through groups such as the Barbizon painters in France and the Hudson River School in the United States, and by mid-century Realism turned to ordinary people and everyday labour. The invention of lithography around 1796 and its spread in these decades made printed images cheaper and more varied.
"Die Sintflut (1. Mose 7, 23)" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A landscape format suits wide, low wall spaces such as the stretch above a bed, mantel, or sideboard. Religious subjects rely on symbolism, gesture, and layered painterly drama, so they tend to read best in calm and composed interiors. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
German, 1807–1863
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