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River God, c18th century. Creator: Unknown
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River God, c18th century. Creator: Unknown
River God, c18th century
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Carl Van Loo Carle Van Loo Carle Vanloo Charles Andre Loo Charles André Van Loo Charles Andre Vanloo Grey Hair Loo Carl Van Loo Carle Van Loo Charles Andre Loo Charles Andre Van Mustache Pastel Pastel On Paper Pride Proud River God Van Loo Carle Van Loo Charles Andre Vanloo Carle Vanloo Charles Andre Head Dress National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum
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This 18th century pastel on paper portrays a powerful and proud River God, with a flowing grey beard and intricately styled headdress adorned with feathers and jewels. The God's piercing gaze is directed away from the viewer, as if lost in thought or contemplating the vast body of water he commands. The artist, unknown but believed to be Carle van Loo or Charles André van Loo, masterfully captures the essence of the deity's regal presence through the use of rich colors and delicate pastel techniques. The River God, a common subject in mythology and art, is depicted here with a sense of pride and authority, embodying the power and strength of the natural world. The painting, which is now a part of the prestigious collection at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, is a testament to the artistic heritage of the eighteenth century and the enduring allure of religious and mythological themes. The intricately detailed facial hair, from the thick moustache to the meticulously groomed beard, adds to the God's imposing appearance, further emphasizing his divine status. The use of pastel on paper adds a soft, ethereal quality to the painting, creating a sense of otherworldliness and mystique. This enigmatic and captivating work of art continues to inspire awe and wonder, inviting us to ponder the mysteries of the natural world and the divine beings that govern it.
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