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Thomas Howard Graf Arundel (1586-1646) and his wife Alathea Talbot (1586-1654
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Thomas Howard Graf Arundel (1586-1646) and his wife Alathea Talbot (1586-1654
LSE4316036 Thomas Howard Graf Arundel (1586-1646) and his wife Alathea Talbot (1586-1654) or the portrait of Madagascar). Man designs the island of Madagascar on a globe. Painting by Sir Antoine (Anton) Van Dyck (1599-1641), oil on canvas, circa 1639-1640. English art, 17th century, Baroque art. Dim. 124 x 202 cm. Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria. by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Thomas Howard Graf Arundel (1586-1646) and his wife Alathea Talbot (1586-1654) or the portrait of Madagascar). Man designs the island of Madagascar on a globe. Painting by Sir Antoine (Anton) Van Dyck (1599-1641), oil on canvas, circa 1639-1640. English art, 17th century, Baroque art. Dim. 124 x 202 cm. Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; Flemish, out of copyright
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In this portrait, Sir Antoine Van Dyck captures the intellectual prowess and worldly curiosity of Thomas Howard Graf Arundel (1586-1646) and his wife Alathea Talbot (1586-1654). The couple is depicted in a grand setting, surrounded by symbols of knowledge and exploration. At the center of the composition, Thomas Howard holds a globe in his hands, delicately tracing the outline of Madagascar with an armillary sphere. His focused expression reveals his deep interest in geography and cartography. It is as if he is designing the very island itself, mapping out its contours with precision. Alathea stands beside him, adorned with a crown and exquisite jewelry that speak to her noble status. Her gaze reflects both admiration for her husband's intellect and her own thirst for knowledge. Together, they embody a shared pursuit of understanding the world around them. Van Dyck's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth to their figures while highlighting their regal attire. The rich colors evoke the opulence associated with Baroque art during this period. This painting not only celebrates Thomas Howard Graf Arundel's passion for exploration but also serves as a testament to the power of intellectual curiosity during England's 17th century. It immortalizes a moment where art meets science, reminding us that even within aristocratic circles, there were individuals who sought to expand human understanding through their pursuits.
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