A Bacchanalian Procession

Nicolas-François Chifflart

Created:
Movement:
Unknown
Romanticism
key Notes:
Mythological revelry, dynamic movement
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Dimensions:
36 x 48 1/4 in. (91.4 x 122.6 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"A Bacchanalian Procession" by Nicolas-François Chifflart, a 19th-century French artist, exemplifies the Romantic fascination with classical themes, depicting a lively scene inspired by Bacchic revelry. The painting reflects Chifflart's skill in dynamic composition and his ability to capture the exuberance of mythological subjects, contributing to the broader Romantic movement's engagement with antiquity and emotional expression.

Description of the work:

"A Bacchanalian Procession" by Nicolas-François Chifflart is characterized by its dynamic composition, featuring a lively assembly of figures engaged in revelry, rendered with vigorous brushwork and a rich palette. The painting captures the exuberance of the scene through the use of dramatic lighting and expressive poses, emphasizing the movement and vitality of the procession.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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A Bacchanalian Procession