Created:
Movement:
1889
Expressionism
key Notes:
Angelic presence, ethereal luminosity
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Dimensions:
130.8 × 95.9 cm (51 1/2 × 37 3/4 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Winged Figure" by Abbott Handerson Thayer is an exemplary work that reflects the artist's fascination with angels and the spiritual realm, themes prevalent in his oeuvre. Thayer, known for his depictions of ethereal figures, often used his art to explore the intersection of nature, divinity, and human form, with this painting serving as a testament to his interest in the transcendental qualities of the human spirit.

Description of the work:

"Winged Figure" by Abbott Handerson Thayer depicts a solitary, ethereal figure with expansive wings, rendered in soft, muted tones that emphasize the serene and otherworldly quality of the subject. The composition is characterized by Thayer's meticulous attention to the interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the figure's three-dimensional presence against a subtly textured background.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Winged Figure