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Hylas et les nymphes
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Hylas et les nymphes

Caruelle d'Aligny Théodore (1798-1871) — Chantenay, 24 janvier 1798 ; Lyon, 1er, 24 février 1871 — 19th Century

School : France

Subject depicted

figure mythologique,fond de paysage (Hylas, femme)

About this work

The artwork titled "Hylas et les nymphes", attributed to Caruelle d'Aligny Théodore (1798-1871), is preserved at musée d'Art et d'Histoire Romain Rolland. Referenced in the Joconde database, this work contributes to the national artistic heritage preserved in labeled museums.

Technique and Materials

This work belongs to the field: beaux-arts, peinture. It was created using the following materials and techniques: peinture à l'huile, toile. Its period of creation is identified as: 19th Century.

The Conserving Museum

"Hylas et les nymphes" is preserved at musée d'Art et d'Histoire Romain Rolland, an institution bearing the « Musée de France » label. This label ensures that the collections are managed rigorously in terms of conservation, inventory, and public accessibility.

Data sources

The information about this work comes from the Joconde database of the Ministry of Culture, published on data.culture.gouv.fr under the Open License v2.0 (Etalab).

About this artwork

Hylas et les nymphes, signée Caruelle d'Aligny Théodore (1798-1871), est conservée au musée d'Art et d'Histoire Romain Rolland dans le domaine beaux-arts, peinture. Le procédé technique employé est peinture à l'huile, toile. Dimensions : hauteur en cm : 26 ; largeur en cm : 20. Le motif représenté : figure mythologique,fond de paysage (Hylas, femme). L'oeuvre date de la 19e siècle. Complément d'information : Chantenay, 24 janvier 1798 ; Lyon, 1er, 24 février 1871.

Creation context

Caruelle d'Aligny Théodore (1798-1871) achève Hylas et les nymphes dans un climat artistique profondément marqué par la 19e siècle. Le musée d'Art et d'Histoire Romain Rolland, qui en conserve l'original, perpétue ainsi la mémoire d'un moment essentiel de l'histoire de l'art, où les créateurs ont su répondre aux défis de leur époque avec inventivité et audace.

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The work « Hylas et les nymphes » is held at musée d'Art et d'Histoire Romain Rolland, an institution labeled as a « Musée de France ». This label guarantees the quality of collection preservation and accessibility to the public.

This artwork is attributed to Caruelle d'Aligny Théodore (1798-1871) according to the Joconde database of the Ministry of Culture. Check the artist's profile on DellArte to discover their background, other works, and museums that house their creations.

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