Switzerland / 1883
In the Sea
Look closely at In the Sea. Painting of centaur with harp, in water, surrounded by mermaids and mermen.
What catches your eye before you read the artist and date? The Art Institute dates In the Sea to 1883.
A CLOSER LOOK
Arnold Böcklin (Swiss, 1827–1901) made this painting. The museum dates it 1883.
The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.
FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE
Art Institute of ChicagoIn the SeaOriginal explanation based on the sources above. Images carry their own reuse terms.