"Sacred Grove and Dance" (after a wall painting from the Palace at Knossos, Crete)

Emile Gilliéron

Created:

Movement:

1927

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key Notes:

Minoan Revival, Fresco Reproduction

Dimensions:

30 1/4 x 39 1/4 in. (76.8 x 99.7 cm)

medium:

Watercolor on paper

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Sacred Grove and Dance" by Emile Gilliéron is a reproduction of a fresco from the Palace at Knossos, Crete, created during the early 20th century as part of the archaeological restoration efforts led by Sir Arthur Evans. Gilliéron's work played a significant role in shaping modern perceptions of Minoan art and culture, although it has been critiqued for its interpretative liberties and the challenges of distinguishing between original and reconstructed elements.

Description of the work:

"Sacred Grove and Dance" by Emile Gilliéron is a reproduction of a Minoan fresco from the Palace at Knossos, Crete, characterized by its vibrant use of color and dynamic composition. The painting depicts a group of figures engaged in a ritualistic dance amidst a stylized landscape of trees, capturing the fluidity and movement typical of Minoan art.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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