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Credit to Creator / Licencing :
The Artist of this Painting is Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema (1836-1912). For the details about License of this Painting, Please refer to the following links.
https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/
https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/
Description:
Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema's oil masterpiece "The Women of Amphissa," painted in 1887, breathes life into a scene from ancient Greek history. Soft, warm hues of ivory, pink, and golden tones bathe the composition in Mediterranean light. The painting depicts a moment of unexpected compassion, as the women of Amphissa protect and care for sleeping Thyiads (followers of Dionysus) who have wandered into their city. Alma-Tadema's renowned attention to historical detail is evident in the classical architecture and authentic costumes. This work speaks to themes of humanity, empathy, and the breaking down of societal barriers. The artist's skillful use of light and texture invites viewers to step into this poignant moment of cross-cultural understanding in the ancient world.
Resource Type : Paintings