Cardboard for the windows of the Chapel of St. Ferdinand: Hope (1842) by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres

Cardboard for the windows of the Chapel of St. Ferdinand: Hope - Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres - 1842

Artwork Information

TitleCardboard for the windows of the Chapel of St. Ferdinand: Hope
ArtistJean Auguste Dominique Ingres
Date1842
Art MovementNeoclassicism

About Cardboard for the windows of the Chapel of St. Ferdinand: Hope

The artwork titled “Cardboard for the windows of the Chapel of St. Ferdinand: Hope” is an allegorical painting created by the artist Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres in the year 1842. The artwork was crafted during the Neoclassicism art movement, which is characterized by a preference for classical simplicity and an emphasis on idealized forms and proportions.

In the artwork, the allegorical figure of Hope is depicted with an air of grace and serenity. She stands erect, gazing slightly upwards, suggesting a look towards the future or the heavens. Her attire consists of a classical-style white gown, which drapes over her figure and accentuates the idealized form associated with Neoclassical aesthetics. A green cloak envelopes her, adding a rich contrast to the purity of her dress and the clear blue background encircling her.

The composition is framed within an oval shape, providing a sense of containment and focus on the figure herself. The choice of colors and the soft modeling of the figure’s forms are indicative of Ingres’ mastery in portraying figures with a sense of both realism and idealization.

Furthermore, the use of light in the artwork delicately highlights the contours of the figure’s body and clothing. The tranquil expression on Hope’s face, combined with her outstretched hands, creates an overall impression of welcoming or offering, which complements the allegorical representation of the virtue of hope. This portrayal resonates with the Neoclassical movement’s emphasis on moral narratives and virtuous ideals conveyed through art.

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