Home > Arts > Artists > Claude Monet
Tannhauser au Venusberg (chalk on paper)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Tannhauser au Venusberg (chalk on paper)
5196933 TannhaAoser au Venusberg (chalk on paper) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: a framed monochrome drawing on paper, showing: the figure of TannhaAoser, dressed in black, seated to the left with a nymph draping herself over his knee; to the right, is the figure of Venus who is being attended to by two nymphs, one of whom plays a pipe; this was probably a drawing made for a book of lithographs featuring work by Fantin Latour, Claude Monet, Alphonse Legros, Theodore Ribot and others; an 1864 oil painting with same title and similar composition, by Fantin-Latour, is in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, USA (object number: 59.62)); eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22258134
© Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives / Bridgeman Images
Nymph Richard Wagner Romanticist Venus Wagner Wagner Richard 1813 1883 Wagnerian Composers Musics
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> Claude Monet
> Arts
> Artists
> Claude Monet
> Arts
> Artists
> F
> Ignace Henri Jean Fantin-Latour
> Arts
> Artists
> L
> Alphonse Legros
> Arts
> Artists
> M
> Claude Monet
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> Richard Wagner
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Fine art
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Monochrome paintings
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Ignace Henri Jean Fantin-Latour
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Paul van (attr.to) Somer
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Ignace Henri Jean Fantin-Latour's exquisite artwork titled "Tannhauser au Venusberg". The framed monochrome drawing on paper depicts a scene from the mythological world, filled with music and romance. On the left side of the composition sits Tannhauser, dressed in black, while a nymph gracefully drapes herself over his knee. To the right, we are introduced to Venus herself, surrounded by two attending nymphs. One of them plays a pipe, adding an enchanting melody to this divine setting. Believed to be created for a book of lithographs featuring works by Fantin-Latour and other renowned artists like Claude Monet and Alphonse Legros, this drawing captures the essence of mythology and opera. It is worth noting that an oil painting with a similar title and composition can be found at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Fantin-Latour's attention to detail brings these mythical figures to life as they embody love, beauty, and musicality. This piece resonates with admirers who appreciate Wagnerian themes and Richard Wagner's compositions. As we gaze upon this stunning print from Bristol Museum and Art Gallery in the UK, we are transported into a realm where gods and goddesses reign supreme—a testament to both Fantin-Latour's artistic prowess and his ability to evoke emotions through visual storytelling.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
