Artista: Georges De La Tour
Estilo: Tenebrism
Encontro: 1635
Técnica: Oil On Canvas
Meet the Artist: Georges de La Tour
A prominent French Baroque painter, Georges de La Tour was born in Vic-sur-Seille, France, in 1593. He is renowned for his mastery of chiaroscuro and tenebrism, using dramatic contrasts between light and dark to create captivating scenes. His works often depict religious and genre subjects, with a focus on the human condition.
The Painting: The Fortune-Teller
The Fortune-Telleris an oil painting created by Georges de La Tour around 1630. This masterpiece measures 48.5 x 40.1 inches (123.5 x 101.9 cm) and showcases the artist's exceptional skills in capturing human emotions and interactions.
Media, Style, and Date
Created using oil on canvas, The Fortune-Teller is a prime example of de La Tour's mastery of tenebrism. The painting features a dimly lit scene with a single source of light illuminating the central figures, creating an atmosphere of mystery and intrigue.
Image Description
In The Fortune-Teller, we observe a young man sitting across from an old gypsy woman, seemingly engrossed in having his fortune told. However, the true story unfolds as we notice two accomplices pickpocketing the unsuspecting youth. The artist brilliantly captures the innocence and gullibility of the young man, contrasted with the cunning and deceit of the gypsy trio.
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