Allegorical Painting
Samling av Allegorical Painting konstverk
Natural Magic
A mystical scene where nature and magic intertwine, revealing a young woman surrounded by ethereal light and lush botanical elements. Her enigmatic gaze and the dreamlike atmosphere invite viewers to unravel the hidden mysteries of this enchanting composition.
Some have entertained angels unawares
A mystical scene depicting two travelers resting, with an ethereal suggestion that they might unknowingly be hosting angels. The painting captures a moment of divine mystery, blending human vulnerability with spiritual potential.
An Allegory with Venus and Cupid
A cryptic and sensual masterpiece where mythological figures intertwine in a complex dance of symbolism. Venus and Cupid share an unsettling, almost provocative embrace, surrounded by enigmatic figures that challenge the viewer's perception of love, beauty, and morality.
The Cosmic Rose
A mesmerizing cosmic rose blooms with celestial energy, its petals intertwining mystical symbols and astronomical elements. Hidden within its intricate design are secret meanings waiting to be unraveled by the keen-eyed observer.
The Hermaphrodite
A mysterious figure blending masculine and feminine forms, challenging the boundaries of gender and identity. This enigmatic artwork invites viewers to unravel its symbolic layers and explore the complex interplay of human duality.
Pornocrates, The Lady with the Pig
A provocative allegorical scene depicting a blindfolded woman walking with a pig, symbolizing human desires and societal constraints. The elegant yet subversive artwork challenges 19th-century moral conventions through its bold visual metaphor.
Ahasuerus at the End of the World
A haunting journey of an eternal wanderer, this painting depicts Ahasuerus - the legendary Wandering Jew - at the edge of existence, surrounded by a desolate, mystical landscape that speaks of endless exile and profound human isolation.
The Triumph of Death
A haunting panorama of mortality where skeletal armies ruthlessly sweep across a desolate landscape, destroying all human life. Kings, peasants, clergy, and soldiers are indiscriminately crushed in this chilling allegory of death's ultimate power.
The First Mourning
In this heart-wrenching scene, Adam and Eve mourn the loss of Abel, their first son, after his murder by Cain. Their raw grief is captured with exquisite emotional depth, showing the first experience of human mortality and sorrow in a pristine, idealized landscape.
An Allegory of Fame
A captivating allegorical scene where symbolic figures dance with the essence of immortality, challenging viewers to unravel the hidden meanings behind each graceful movement and enigmatic gesture.
An Allegory of Virtue
A captivating puzzle that challenges you to unravel the symbolic language of virtue through delicate brushstrokes and intricate allegorical figures. Discover the hidden meanings and moral lessons woven into this 17th-century masterpiece by a pioneering female artist.
The Garden of Opportunity
A mystical garden scene where hope and potential intertwine, revealing a woman in a flowing white gown standing amidst lush, symbolic vegetation. Mysterious and dreamlike, the painting invites viewers to unravel the hidden meanings of opportunity and transformation.