Carl Bloch
1834–1890 · Danish · 30 artworks
AcademicismRealismDramatic lightingRealistic depiction of figuresEmotional storytellingDetailed rendering of fabrics and texturesClassical composition
artist bio
Carl Bloch was a Danish painter known for his historical and religious scenes. He is best known for his paintings of scenes from the life of Christ, which are found in chapels and churches around the world and are widely reproduced.
what you'll learn
Studying Bloch's work allows students to understand the principles of academic painting, including realistic depiction, dramatic composition, and the use of light and shadow to create emotional impact. Students can also learn about the role of art in religious and historical narratives.
related: William-Adolphe Bouguereau, Henri Lehmann
30 artworks
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Resurrection of Christ
1875
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Two monks
1861
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Travellers crossing a river
1874
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Portrait of an elderly gentleman wearing a black overcoat, white shirt and a necktie
1851
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Transfiguration of Jesus
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Supper at Emmaus
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Christ Healing
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Christ with Children
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Christ and the Sinner
1890
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A utility room
1854
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Peter's Betrayal
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View of the Forum Romanum in Rome
1862
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In a Roman Osteria
1866
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Full moon effect on the sea at Hellebaek
1885
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The Sermon on the Mount
1877
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Christ Teaching at the Temple
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Gethsemane
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A young girl writes a letter
1888
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Man in profile
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Suffer the Children
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Double child's portrait of Wlliam and Alfred Bloch
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Raising of Lazarus
1870
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Christ Healing by the Well of Bethesda
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The Annunciation
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Christian II imprisoned in the tower at Sønderborg castle
1871
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Wedding at Cana
1870
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The Last Supper
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Temple ruins (from Paestum?)
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Christ and Child
1873
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