The Birth of VenusOdilon Redon · 1910
Painting- Symbolism
1910- Modern
Odilon Redon (1840 – 1916)
Explore the enigmatic world of Odilon Redon (1840-1916), a French Symbolist known for his haunting ‘noirs,’ dreamlike visions, and influence on Surrealism.
About this artwork
- Title: The Birth of Venus
- Artist: Odilon Redon
- Year: 1910
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Medium: Painting
- Period: Modern
- Corpus context: mythological themes, symbolist dreamlike visions
- Keywords: odilon redon style, ethereal water scene, symbolist venus
- Color hue: Ochre to Sepia
Questions & Answers
Why is the copyright status of "The Birth of Venus" what it is?
The copyright status of "The Birth of Venus" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1916.
How saturated is the palette of "The Birth of Venus"?
The palette of "The Birth of Venus" is clear color presence in saturation.
What underlying hue runs through "The Birth of Venus" by Odilon Redon?
"The Birth of Venus" leans toward an ochre to sepia tone.