Getting UpBalthus · 1977

  • Painting mediumAcrylic
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementExpressionist Nude Painting
  • Creation date1977
  • Dimensions159.0 x 169.0 cm

Balthus (1908 – 2001)

Polish-French surrealist known for dreamlike, eroticized compositions of adolescent girls and elongated figures rendered with classical precision.


About this artwork

  • Title: Getting Up
  • Artist: Balthus
  • Year: 1977
  • Original dimensions: 159.0 x 169.0 cm
  • Format: Square
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Medium type: WallArt
  • Creative period: Mature Artistic
  • Corpus context: classical revival, symbolic narrative
  • Keywords: expressionism, decorative painting, balthus

Questions & Answers

What mood would "Getting Up" bring to a space?

The serene atmosphere of "Getting Up" by Balthus matches its recommended space: a living room.

Does "Getting Up" by Balthus use strong contrasts or soft harmonies?

In "Getting Up", a balanced contrast is paired with a unified palette harmony.

How saturated is the palette of "Getting Up"?

The palette of "Getting Up" is clear color presence in saturation.

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