The artwork entitled “Tannhäuser in the Venusberg” was created in 1901 by the artist John Collier. It belongs to the Romanticism art movement and is classified as a history painting. This distinguished artwork is currently housed at the Atkinson Art Gallery in Southport, United Kingdom.
The artwork vividly represents the tale of Tannhäuser, a knight enthralled by Venus, the goddess of love. In the composition, a knight, donned in shining silver armor, is seen kneeling and praying before Venus, who stands regally with a wreath of flowers held aloft in her hands. Drenched in an opulent red drapery, Venus commands the center of the scene, exuding both allure and authority. Another nude figure, possibly a nymph, stands serenely to the side, adding to the celestial and mythic atmosphere. The backdrop is a grand, classical architectural setting adorned with intricate carvings and reliefs. The scene is encapsulated by the soothing presence of doves and lush greenery, enhancing its divine and eternal essence.
