Dolphin skeletonEmile Deyrolle · 1888
Naturalism
1888
Breton Heritage Museum
Emile Deyrolle (1838 – 1917)
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Breton Heritage Museum (Rennes, France)
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About this artwork
- Title: Dolphin skeleton
- Artist: Emile Deyrolle
- Year: 1888
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Breton Heritage Museum
- Corpus context: 19th-century anatomical art, natural history illustration
- Main color: Gray
- Keywords: vintage science art, marine biology art, 19th century painting
- Color hue: Golden Yellow Range
Questions & Answers
When was "Dolphin skeleton" made?
"Dolphin skeleton" dates from 1888. The date places the work within Emile Deyrolle's career and its era.
How does "Dolphin skeleton" balance light and dark?
"Dolphin skeleton" is shadow overall, and its luminance is soft shadow.
Who created "Dolphin skeleton"?
"Dolphin skeleton" is attributed to Emile Deyrolle.