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Ischia, ancient scene, c1879. Creator: Ernest Cornelis Ary Renan
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Ischia, ancient scene, c1879. Creator: Ernest Cornelis Ary Renan
Ischia, ancient scene, c1879
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Canvas Material Housing Mountainside Neighbour Oil Paint Paint Symbolist
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This 19th century oil painting, titled "Ischia, ancient scene," was created by the renowned French artist Ernest Cornelis Ary Renan in approximately 1879. The scene depicts a serene and picturesque moment in the ancient Italian village of Ischia, located in the Campania region of Italy. The painting is rendered in rich oil colors on canvas, capturing the essence of the Mediterranean landscape with its rolling hills, mountainside, and quaint, terraced housing. Three figures, two men and one woman, are depicted in the foreground, engaged in a seemingly peaceful and contemplative scene. The men, dressed in traditional garb, appear to be deep in conversation, while the woman, with an enigmatic expression, looks off into the distance. In the background, the ruins of ancient structures and the silhouette of mountains add a sense of history and heritage to the scene. This painting is a prime example of the Symbolist movement in art, with its use of symbolic imagery and emphasis on emotion and mood. The painting is now part of the esteemed collection of the Petit Palais Museum in Paris, where it continues to captivate and inspire visitors from around the world. Ernest Cornelis Ary Renan (1823-1892) was a prolific and influential French artist, known for his landscapes, seascapes, and genre scenes. His works are highly sought after by collectors and institutions, and this painting, "Ischia, ancient scene," is a testament to his mastery of the oil painting medium and his ability to capture the beauty and essence of a place and time.
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