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Apollo being led astray, c. 1572 (pen and ink with wash on tracing paper over pencil)
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Apollo being led astray, c. 1572 (pen and ink with wash on tracing paper over pencil)
XKH155124 Apollo being led astray, c.1572 (pen and ink with wash on tracing paper over pencil) by Zuccaro, Federico (1542-1609); 40.6x53.6 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; Italian, out of copyright
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Caduceus Dragon Hermes Lover Mercury
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In this print titled "Apollo being led astray" created by Federico Zuccaro in 1572, we witness a mesmerizing scene from Greek mythology. The artist skillfully captures the moment when Apollo, the god of music and poetry, is lured away from his divine path by Hermes, the mischievous messenger of the gods. Rendered with pen and ink wash on tracing paper over pencil, Zuccaro's intricate details bring this ancient tale to life. The composition measures 40.6x53.6 cm and is housed in the prestigious Hamburger Kunsthalle in Hamburg, Germany. The image portrays Apollo standing tall and regal while Hermes cunningly leads him astray using his iconic caduceus staff. A magnificent dragon coils around them as if guarding their secret rendezvous. This portrayal hints at a forbidden love affair between Mercury (Hermes) and Apollo – an intriguing twist on classical mythology. Zuccaro's work exemplifies the Renaissance style with its attention to anatomical accuracy and delicate shading techniques. Through this masterful piece, he invites us into a world where gods are not immune to temptation or desire. This extraordinary print can be admired for its artistic brilliance as well as its narrative depth. It serves as a reminder that even deities can succumb to human emotions like passion and longing – an eternal theme explored throughout art history.
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