The Good Samaritan
The Met
Artist: Domenico Fetti(Italian, Rome (?) 1591/92–1623 Venice)
Date: ca. 1618–22
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on wood
Dimensions: 23 5/8 x 17 in. (60 x 43.2 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1930
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A person slumped on a donkey, moving through a dense, wooded landscape under a grey sky
Detailed Description
A figure rides a donkey through a dense, wooded landscape under a muted sky. In the center, a person is slumped forward over the back of a small, dark-colored donkey, which faces towards the right. The person wears light-colored robes, including a white or cream-colored garment and a reddish-brown cloak, with their head covered by a white, turban-like cloth. Their eyes appear closed, resting heavily on the donkey's back. The donkey has short ears and a dark mane, and its legs are partially obscured by the dark ground. The background is dominated by numerous tall, gnarled trees with thick trunks and branches. Their foliage is a mix of dark green and brownish-yellow, creating a dense, somewhat wild environment. Some trees have long, drooping leaves, resembling palms. The sky, visible in patches between the trees, is a light, muted blue-grey, appearing overcast. The ground in the foreground is dark brown and earthy, with subtle variations in texture suggesting uneven terrain. In the far left background, a faint, indistinct figure on horseback can be seen in the distance, partially obscured by the landscape. The color palette features earthy greens, browns, and ochres, contrasted by the lighter tones of the sky and the figure's clothing.
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