Tannhäuser in the Venusberg (1901) by John Collier

Tannhäuser in the Venusberg - John Collier - 1901

Artwork Information

TitleTannhäuser in the Venusberg
ArtistJohn Collier
Date1901
Art MovementRomanticism
Current LocationAtkinson Art Gallery, Southport, UK

About Tannhäuser in the Venusberg

The artwork entitled “Tannhäuser in the Venusberg” was created in 1901 by the artist John Collier. It belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is classified as a history painting. This distinguished artwork is currently housed at the Atkinson Art Gallery in Southport, United Kingdom.

The artwork vividly represents the tale of Tannhäuser, a knight enthralled by Venus, the goddess of love. In the composition, a knight, donned in shining silver armor, is seen kneeling and praying before Venus, who stands regally with a wreath of flowers held aloft in her hands. Drenched in an opulent red drapery, Venus commands the center of the scene, exuding both allure and authority. Another nude figure, possibly a nymph, stands serenely to the side, adding to the celestial and mythic atmosphere. The backdrop is a grand, classical architectural setting adorned with intricate carvings and reliefs. The scene is encapsulated by the soothing presence of doves and lush greenery, enhancing its divine and eternal essence.

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