Part of a Kneeling Figure after a Late Minoan Fresco from the Palace of Hagia Triada, Crete

Emile Gilliéron

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key Notes:
Minoan Fresco Reconstruction, Kneeling Figure Detail
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Dimensions:
medium:
Watercolor on paper
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Part of a Kneeling Figure after a Late Minoan Fresco from the Palace of Hagia Triada, Crete" is a work by Emile Gilliéron, created in the early 20th century as part of his efforts to reconstruct and document Minoan frescoes. Gilliéron's meticulous approach to replication and restoration significantly contributed to the understanding of Minoan art and culture, particularly through his detailed studies of fresco fragments from archaeological sites such as Hagia Triada.

Description of the work:

"Part of a Kneeling Figure after a Late Minoan Fresco from the Palace of Hagia Triada, Crete" by Emile Gilliéron is a meticulous reconstruction that captures the dynamic posture and intricate details of a Minoan fresco fragment. The work is characterized by its vibrant color palette and the delicate rendering of the figure's anatomical features, reflecting the stylistic conventions of Late Minoan art.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Part of a Kneeling Figure after a Late Minoan Fresco from the Palace of Hagia Triada, Crete