Statements (57)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:artwork
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Anthony_Mc_Call
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| gptkbp:art_movement |
Victorian art
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| gptkbp:art_style |
use of chiaroscuro
symbolism layering of paint fine detail work the figure of Christ depicts hope and faith Christ as the light of the world central figure with surrounding darkness depicts Christ's invitation to humanity depicts the relationship between God and man invitation to open one's heart reflects the Pre-Raphaelite ideals the emotional expression of Christ use of vibrant light |
| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
remains a popular subject in art discussions
inspired modern religious artworks |
| gptkbp:artistic_legacy |
remains a significant work in art history
continues to inspire artists today |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Pre-Raphaelite_Brotherhood
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| gptkbp:collection |
The Lever Collection
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| gptkbp:color |
vibrant colors
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| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:William_Holman_Hunt
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced later religious art
|
| gptkbp:depicts |
gptkb:philosopher
|
| gptkbp:dimensions |
111.8 cm × 76.2 cm
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| gptkbp:exhibited_at |
gptkb:High_School
|
| gptkbp:exhibition |
displayed in various galleries
|
| gptkbp:historical_context |
19th century England
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
reflects Victorian religious sentiment
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Light of the World LVII
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| gptkbp:influenced |
artistic interpretations of Christ
|
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
gptkb:Dante_Gabriel_Rossetti
gptkb:John_Everett_Millais |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:philosopher
|
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:Revelation_3:20
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Lady_Lever_Art_Gallery
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| gptkbp:medium |
gptkb:oil_on_canvas
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| gptkbp:narrative_style |
story of salvation
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| gptkbp:nationality |
gptkb:British
|
| gptkbp:notable_features |
the door without a handle
|
| gptkbp:significance |
depicts the theme of redemption
|
| gptkbp:stations |
well-received by critics
|
| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:Pre-Raphaelite
|
| gptkbp:subject |
gptkb:Christ_knocking_at_the_door
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
light as divine presence
the door as the heart of man the lantern as guidance the light as divine truth |
| gptkbp:technique |
detailed realism
|
| gptkbp:themes |
spiritual awakening
the importance of faith the call to faith |
| gptkbp:year_created |
1853
|