Detail: Devata, after stone relief at Angkor Wat

Joseph Lindon Smith

Created:

Movement:

1914

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key Notes:

Angkor Wat Relief, Devata Figure

Dimensions:

30 x 24 1/4 in. (76.2 x 61.6 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Detail: Devata, after stone relief at Angkor Wat" is a work by Joseph Lindon Smith, created in 1910, which reflects his engagement with Southeast Asian art and culture during his travels in Cambodia. The painting serves as a significant interpretation of the intricate stone reliefs found at Angkor Wat, highlighting the artist's commitment to preserving and disseminating the visual heritage of the Khmer civilization.

Description of the work:

"Detail: Devata, after stone relief at Angkor Wat" by Joseph Lindon Smith features a meticulously rendered figure of a devata, characterized by intricate detailing in the drapery and ornamentation that reflects the stylistic elements of Khmer art. The composition emphasizes the graceful posture and serene expression of the devata, utilizing a palette that harmonizes with the natural stone tones of the original relief at Angkor Wat.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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