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Fountain of Minerva, Rome, 1772 (oil on canvas)
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Fountain of Minerva, Rome, 1772 (oil on canvas)
XIR390307 Fountain of Minerva, Rome, 1772 (oil on canvas) by Robert, Hubert (1733-1808); 48x67 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Angers, France; (add.info.: La Fontaine de Minerve, a Rome; Minerva was a Roman goddess worshipped in Ancient Rome at the temple of Minerva on the Aventine hill; ); French, out of copyright
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This print captures the timeless beauty of the "Fountain of Minerva" in Rome, painted by Robert Hubert in 1772. The oil on canvas artwork measures 48x67 cm and is currently housed at the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Angers, France. The scene depicts a daily life scene set against the backdrop of ancient ruins. In this picturesque setting, we see female maids and servants engaged in their everyday chores of washing laundry. The women diligently work together to clean clothes amidst classical pillars and columns that stand as remnants of a glorious past. Minerva, the Roman goddess worshipped at her temple on Aventine Hill, lends her name to this magnificent fountain. Her presence adds an air of mystique and reverence to this idyllic landscape. As we gaze upon this painting, we are transported back to a time when peasants went about their tasks with grace and simplicity. The composition also includes elements such as pyramids and other architectural structures that further enhance its historical significance. Through Hubert's skilled brushstrokes, he masterfully captures both the grandeur of ancient Rome's architecture and the intimacy of daily life. This stunning print from Fine Art Finder reminds us not only of our rich cultural heritage but also celebrates ordinary moments that make up our collective human experience.
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