Title: 1879
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Artist: Wilhelm Kotarbiński (Russian, 1849-1921)
Description:
Visual description: The painting ‘1879’ by Wilhelm Kotarbiński is a captivating work of art that depicts a dramatic biblical scene with profound emotional depth. The composition features a group of figures surrounding a central character in a white robe, possibly Jesus, who gestures with one hand in a commanding manner. The setting is an arid, desolate landscape with sparse vegetation and distant hills under a dusky sky, enhancing the somber mood. The figures, dressed in various robes and garments, display a range of expressions from despair to hope, emphasizing the painting’s narrative intensity. The rich, earthy tones and meticulous attention to detail reflect Kotarbiński’s mastery of light and shadow, making this painting a remarkable example of 19th-century religious art.