The Court of the Princess
The Met
Artist: Adolphe Monticelli(French, Marseilles 1824–1886 Marseilles)
Department: European Paintings
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Oil on wood
Dimensions: 15 x 23 3/8 in. (38.1 x 59.4 cm)
Credit Line: Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Collection, Wolfe Fund, 1907
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A dark, arched hall filled with many figures in elaborate clothing, illuminated by golden light
Detailed Description
The artwork depicts a large group of figures gathered within a dark, arched interior. The scene is dominated by warm, earthy tones of brown and gold, with strong contrasts created by a bright, golden light emanating from a central, upper opening in the background. Numerous figures, perhaps a dozen or more, are clustered in the lower and central parts of the composition. They are rendered with visible brushstrokes, giving them an almost blurred appearance, and are dressed in what appear to be elaborate costumes. Prominent colors in their attire include shades of golden yellow, reddish-brown, a deep green, and hints of blue. Some figures appear to be dancing or interacting closely, with arms raised or bodies turned towards each other. Large, dark columns and arches frame the central gathering and recede into shadow on the sides, emphasizing the illuminated central area where the figures are most active.
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