The heydayBalthus · 1945

  • Art movementClassical
  • Creation date1945

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: The heyday
  • Artist: Balthus
  • Year: 1945
  • Format: Landscape
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Creative period: Mature Period
  • Corpus context: contrasting realism and dream, classical painting techniques
  • Main color: Driftwood
  • Keywords: 1945 oil painting, fireplace painting, melancholy artwork
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Questions & Answers

Is "The heyday" by Balthus in the public domain, and why?

The copyright status of "The heyday" - still protected by copyright - follows from the artist's death in 2001.

What is the perceived brightness of "The heyday" by Balthus?

In terms of perceived brightness, "The heyday" by Balthus is deep_shadow.

What style does "The heyday" belong to?

"The heyday" by Balthus belongs to the Classical movement. This movement provides the stylistic context of the work.

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