Wounded Amazon

Franz von Stuck

Created:

Movement:

1897

Symbolism

key Notes:

Feminine Strength, Mythological Tragedy

Dimensions:

36 1/4 x 54 1/4 in. (92.1 x 137.8 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Wounded Amazon," created by Franz von Stuck in 1897, depicts a female warrior in a moment of vulnerability, embodying themes of strength and fragility that resonate with the Symbolist movement. The painting reflects von Stuck's interest in mythological subjects and his mastery of color and form, contributing to the broader discourse on the representation of women in art during the late 19th century.

Description of the work:

"Wounded Amazon," painted by Franz von Stuck in 1897, depicts a female figure, characterized by her muscular form and dynamic pose, embodying the classical representation of an Amazon warrior. The composition is marked by a dramatic interplay of light and shadow, with a rich palette of earthy tones that accentuates the figure's physicality and the emotional intensity of her injury.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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