Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyardLouis Vignes · 1864
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1864
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Louis Vignes (1831 – 1896)
A pioneer of 19th-century photography known for his evocative landscapes and archaeological captures like the Temple of Bel, Louis Vignes offers a romantic window into ancient ruins waiting to be rediscovered.
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About this artwork
- Title: Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard
- Artist: Louis Vignes
- Year: 1864
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Getty Research Institute
- Creative period: Late Period
- Corpus context: ruins as historical narratives, colonial exploration
- Main color: Putty
- Keywords: roman architecture, antique photograph, ancient roman temple
Questions & Answers
What explains the copyright situation of "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes?
"Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Louis Vignes died in 1896.
What was Louis Vignes's age when "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" was created?
Louis Vignes made "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" at the age of 33. The artist was born in 1831 and the work is dated 1864.
Which artist is "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" attributed to?
"Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" is attributed to Louis Vignes.
How is the palette of "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes described?
The palette of "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes is described as neutrals. It is a compact description of the work's colors.
What subjects appear in "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes?
The themes present in "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes include ancient ruins, roman architecture, middle east, desert landscape, decay, time, grandeur, historical site. Together they summarize the artwork's subject matter.
In what year was "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes created?
"Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes was created in 1864.
What is the dominant hue of "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes?
The dominant hue of "Temple of Bel, northwest interior corner of the courtyard" by Louis Vignes is golden yellow range. The hue is the underlying tone of the palette.