Narrative Art
Samling av Narrative Art konstverk
24 bitar
Reply of the Zaporozhian Cossacks
A raucous scene of Cossack warriors drafting a hilariously insulting reply to the Ottoman Sultan, bursting with energy, humor, and defiant camaraderie. Each character is captured in a moment of wild collective mockery, creating a dynamic tableau of rebellious wit.
24 bitar
King Cophetua and the Beggar Maid
A mesmerizing tale of unexpected love unfolds as a royal king gazes upon a humble beggar maid, their contrasting worlds colliding in a moment of profound connection. Delicate details and ethereal lighting create a dreamlike scene that challenges social boundaries and romantic conventions.
24 bitar
The Secret
A whispered tale of mystery unfolds as two young women share an intimate moment, their faces close together in a secretive exchange. Delicate details and rich symbolism hint at an untold story waiting to be discovered.
24 bitar
Cleopatra Testing Poisons on Condemned Prisoners
A chilling scene of power and scientific curiosity, where the legendary Egyptian queen Cleopatra coldly observes the fatal effects of poison on condemned prisoners. Her regal composure contrasts with the suffering victims, revealing the ruthless pursuit of knowledge in a world of absolute monarchy.
24 bitar
Thanksgiving at Plymouth, 1925
Step into a nostalgic scene of early American colonial life, where pilgrims gather around a bountiful table, celebrating gratitude and community. This warm, detailed painting captures the essence of the first Thanksgiving, inviting viewers to piece together a moment frozen in time.
24 bitar
A Harlot's Progress Plate 1
A provocative scene depicting the first stage of a young woman's moral downfall in 18th-century London. Moll Hackabout arrives in the city, naive and vulnerable, about to be ensnared by a notorious procuress who will lead her into a life of prostitution.
24 bitar
The Merciful Knight
A haunting medieval scene where a compassionate knight offers mercy to a kneeling figure, capturing a moment of profound human empathy and spiritual redemption. Intricate details and a dreamlike atmosphere invite viewers to unravel the story behind this enigmatic encounter.
24 bitar
The Roses of Heliogabalus
A lavish and macabre scene depicting the Roman Emperor Heliogabalus suffocating his guests under an avalanche of rose petals during a decadent feast. The painting captures a moment of opulent cruelty, with delicate pink and white rose petals cascading over unsuspecting revelers, creating a breathtaking yet horrifying spectacle of imperial excess.