The Birth of Venus, 1900 - 1912

oil

17_20th-century

woman

impressionist painting style

oil

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

symbolism

animal drawing portrait

watercolour illustration

watercolor

fine art portrait

"The Birth of Venus" by Odilon Redon, painted between 1900 and 1912, depicts a nude figure emerging from the sea, partially shrouded in a white drapery. The ethereal and dreamlike atmosphere of the painting, achieved through soft, hazy brushstrokes and muted colors, reflects Redon's exploration of Symbolism and his fascination with the subconscious mind. The painting's location in the Städel Museum, Frankfurt, allows art enthusiasts to experience Redon's unique artistic vision firsthand. The artwork exemplifies Redon's mastery of capturing the essence of a mystical moment through his innovative artistic style.

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stadelmuseum over 1 year ago

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Dark, heavy clouds rise up above the distant, light-brown land on the horizon. A reddish-brown female figure under a white cloth climbs out of the foam of the greenish-grey sea. The work previously bore the title 'La Baigneuse' - 'Woman Bathing' - but that probably refers to the Venus who was born out of the foam of the sea and stepped on to land in Cyprus. Redon painted the birth of the Greek goddess of love and beauty on numerous occasions. However, he mostly painted her in the seashell which is said to have carried her on to the land.