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Cleobis and Biton, c. 1650 (oil on canvas)
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Cleobis and Biton, c. 1650 (oil on canvas)
3930921 Cleobis and Biton, c.1650 (oil on canvas) by Blanchet, Thomas (1614-1689); 88x130 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Brothers Kleobis and Biton of Argos pulled their mother Cydippe in her carriage to the temple of Hera, where she was a priestess, to attend a festival. She asked Hera for a gift to honour them so they fell asleep in the temple and never woke up. ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 23260562
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This print captures the mesmerizing painting "Cleobis and Biton" by Thomas Blanchet, created around 1650. The artwork, measuring 88x130 cm, is housed in the prestigious National Museum in Stockholm, Sweden. The scene depicted in this oil on canvas masterpiece revolves around two brothers from Argos named Cleobis and Biton. In a selfless act of devotion to their mother Cydippe, who was a priestess of Hera, they pull her carriage all the way to the temple of Hera for a festival. Impressed by their filial love and dedication, Cydippe prays to Hera for a gift to honor them. As fate would have it, after falling asleep inside the temple during their prayers, Cleobis and Biton never wake up again. This tragic ending adds an air of melancholy to this enchanting artwork. Blanchet's painting beautifully combines elements of legend and mythology with stunning landscapes and architectural details. The overgrown ruins surrounding the ancient temple create an atmosphere that transports viewers back in time. With its baroque style pillars and columns adorned with statuesque figures representing Greek gods such as Juno (Hera), this painting showcases both classical beauty and rustic charm. "Cleobis and Biton" is not just an artistic representation but also serves as a reminder of timeless themes like sacrifice, devotion, mythological tales passed down through generations - all brought together skillfully by Blanchet's mastery in
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