Christus und die Samariterin (Christ and the Samaritan Woman) by Hans Thoma
Description: Christus und die Samariterin (Christ and the Samaritan Woman) (circa 1890) by Hans Thoma illustrates the biblical story of Christ's encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well, as described in the Gospel of John. The painting captures the moment of dialogue between Christ and the woman, emphasizing Thoma’s attention to narrative detail and his ability to convey religious themes with a sense of calm and introspection. The composition features Christ and the Samaritan woman in a serene setting, with Thoma’s characteristic use of color and form to enhance the spiritual and symbolic aspects of the scene.
Hans Thoma, born in 1839 in Germany, was known for his religious and allegorical paintings, as well as his landscape works. Educated at the Karlsruhe Academy of Fine Arts, Thoma was influenced by Romanticism and the Nazarene movement, which sought to revive religious art. Christus und die Samariterin reflects his commitment to depicting sacred themes with a focus on narrative clarity and emotional depth, blending traditional religious iconography with a personal artistic interpretation.
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Location and Date Created: Created around 1890, Germany.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: Christus und die Samariterin (Christ and the Samaritan Woman).
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Artwork Style: Romanticism, with a focus on religious narrative and allegory.
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Subject/Topic: The biblical scene of Christ’s encounter with the Samaritan woman, highlighting the spiritual dialogue and serene setting.
