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Jupiter and Semele, 1704 (oil on canvas)
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Jupiter and Semele, 1704 (oil on canvas)
XIR243436 Jupiter and Semele, 1704 (oil on canvas) by Boulogne, Bon de (1649-1717); 147x90 cm; Musee de Tesse, Le Mans, France; (add.info.: Semele, daughter of Cadmus and Harmonia; Jupiter had appeared to her in disguise but Juno, his wife, made Semele suggest that he came in all his splendour; her mortal frame could not endure his immortal radiance and she was consumed to ashes; ); French, out of copyright
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The captivating painting "Jupiter and Semele" by Bon de Boulogne transports viewers to a tragic moment in Greek mythology. This oil on canvas masterpiece, created in 1704, measures 147x90 cm and is housed at the Musee de Tesse in Le Mans, France. The scene depicts Semele, daughter of Cadmus and Harmonia, standing before Jupiter. Unbeknownst to her, Jupiter has taken on a disguise to visit her. However, his wife Juno intervenes and convinces Semele to ask Jupiter to reveal himself in all his divine glory. As he does so, the mortal Semele cannot bear the overwhelming radiance of his immortal form and is consumed by fire until she turns into ashes. Boulogne's skillful brushwork brings this tragic tale to life with intricate details and vibrant colors. The composition captures the doomed lovers' final moments together as they face their inevitable fate. This Baroque masterpiece explores themes of love, deception, mortality, and power through its portrayal of Zeus (Jupiter) as both a seductive lover and an almighty deity. The nudity of both figures adds vulnerability while emphasizing their contrasting natures – mortal versus immortal. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder provided by www. bridgemanimages. com , we are reminded of the timeless allure of classical mythology that continues to captivate audiences centuries later.
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