Contains nudity
Figure Studies
The Good Samaritan
Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld
This 1833 painting by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld depicts the biblical parable of the Good Samaritan with luminous colors and meticulous detail.
The Good Samaritan at Evening
Johann Wilhelm Schirmer
1857 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A poignant biblical scene set within a lush, atmospheric landscape bathed in the warm, golden glow of dusk.
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Where it works
A quiet, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Reads naturally above long furniture lines
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown, Soft gray
About the piece
Painted in 1857 by Johann Wilhelm Schirmer, this work masterfully interprets the parable of the Good Samaritan through the lens of Romantic landscape painting. The composition uses the dramatic silhouettes of ancient oaks and a fading sunset to frame the act of mercy, creating a sense of quietude and moral gravity. Schirmer’s attention to botanical detail and atmospheric light elevates the narrative into a timeless meditation on compassion.
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