The Sacrifice of Polyxena (1647)
Charles Le Brun1647 · Portrait · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1690)
Specifications
- Year
- 1647
- Nationality / school
- French
- Lifespan
- 1619–1690
About the artwork
Charles Le Brun is the artist behind "The Sacrifice of Polyxena", dated 1647. It is listed in the Religion collection. The image is in portrait orientation. Religion in brief: Religious painting is among the largest bodies of art ever made, from altarpieces, icons, and illuminated manuscripts to devotional prints. Buddhist painting, Hindu devotional imagery, and Islamic calligraphy and ornament each have conventions of their own. Historical background, 1647: In the Dutch Republic, a prosperous middle-class market supported landscapes, still lifes, portraits, and scenes of daily life painted at a modest scale for the home. In Japan the Edo period began in 1603, and in China the Qing dynasty took power in 1644, both bringing new patrons and styles.
"The Sacrifice of Polyxena" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A portrait format suits narrow wall spaces, hallways, and the area beside a door or window. 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
French, 1619–1690
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