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The Childhood of Zeus (Infant Zeus Fed by the Goat Amalthea), c. 1640. Creator: Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678)
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The Childhood of Zeus (Infant Zeus Fed by the Goat Amalthea), c. 1640. Creator: Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678)
The Childhood of Zeus (Infant Zeus Fed by the Goat Amalthea), c. 1640. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris
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The Childhood of Zeus," painted by the Flemish artist Jacob Jordaens around 1640, is a captivating masterpiece housed in the Musee du Louvre in Paris. This Baroque oil on wood painting depicts a scene from Greek mythology, where the infant Zeus, the king of the gods, is being nurtured by the goat Amalthea. Amalthea, a she-goat, is shown tenderly feeding the young god with one horn while holding him in her arms. The scene is set in a fantastical world, with the god Pan, the protector of shepherds and the wild, and a satyr, a half-human, half-animal creature, playing their pipes and frolicking in the background. The faun Faunus, another woodland deity, looks on approvingly from the left side of the painting. Jordaens masterfully captures the essence of the myth, with the peaceful and nurturing Amalthea contrasting the lively and playful antics of the satyrs and fauns. The painting's rich colors and intricate details bring the mythological world to life, transporting the viewer to a fantastical realm filled with gods, goats, and mischievous creatures. The allegorical significance of the painting lies in the idea of nurture and protection. Amalthea's role as a surrogate mother to the young Zeus represents the power of love and care in the face of adversity. The painting also highlights the importance of the natural world and the connection between humans and the gods, as depicted by the presence of the woodland deities. Overall, "The Childhood of Zeus" is a stunning example of Baroque art and a testament to Jordaens' skill as a painter. The painting's intricate details, vibrant colors, and rich symbolism continue to captivate viewers and transport them to a world of mythology and fantasy.
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