Adonis Collection
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EDITORS COMMENTS
"Adonis: A Mythological Icon of Beauty and Tragedy" Adonis, a figure deeply rooted in ancient mythology, has captivated artists throughout history. From the delicate brushstrokes of Fabrizio Daminelli's Adonis Blue on Gymnadenia conopsea to the masterpieces by renowned painters like Titian and Luca Cambiaso, this mythical character continues to inspire awe. In Titian's "Venus and Adonis" from 1553, we witness the tender love between Venus and her mortal lover. The painting beautifully portrays their affectionate embrace, immortalizing their passionate bond for eternity. Similarly, in Luca Cambiaso's "Venus and the Nymphs Lamenting the Death of Adonis, " created between 1560-65, we are transported into a world of sorrow as Venus mourns over her beloved's tragic demise. The allure extends beyond paintings alone. Marcantonio Raimondi's depiction of Medor and Angelica from Lodovico Ariosto's Orlando Furioso or "Venus and Adonis" showcases another facet of this mythological tale. Created around ca. 1500-1534, it explores themes of desire and temptation that have fascinated audiences for centuries. Even in pen drawings such as "The Death of Adonis, " his final moments are captured with poignant detail on off-white paper. This portrayal serves as a reminder that beauty is ephemeral but forever etched in our memories. Furthermore, frescoes like Bacchus (Dionysos) and Ariadne alongside scenes featuring Venus bathing or Mars entwined with Venus demonstrate how various artists interpreted this timeless story differently within different contexts. Beyond artistry lies architecture; Rocca dei Rossi in San Secondo houses stunning depictions related to Adonis' narrative on its ceilings.