The Titan's Goblet
Thomas Cole
key Notes:
Mythical landscape; Surreal grandeur.
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Dimensions:
19 3/8 x 16 1/8 in. (49.2 x 41 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Advanced
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story of the work:
"The Titan's Goblet," painted by Thomas Cole in 1833, depicts a fantastical landscape featuring a colossal goblet surrounded by a serene, natural environment, symbolizing the relationship between nature and human ambition. The work is often interpreted as a commentary on the sublime and the transience of human endeavors in the face of nature's grandeur.
Description of the work:
"The Titan's Goblet," painted by Thomas Cole in 1833, depicts a vast, fantastical landscape dominated by a colossal goblet set against a dramatic sky, with lush greenery and distant mountains framing the scene. The composition is characterized by its intricate details, rich color palette, and the interplay of light and shadow, which enhance the sense of grandeur and otherworldliness.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art
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