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The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside, (detail), 1338-1340. Artist: Ambrogio Lorenzetti
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The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside, (detail), 1338-1340. Artist: Ambrogio Lorenzetti
The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside, (detail), 1338-1340. Ambrogio Lorenzetti frescoed the side walls of the Council Room (Sala dei Nove) of the City Hall (Palazzo Pubblico) of Siena. The subject of the frescoes are Good and Bad Government
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This print showcases a detailed section of Ambrogio Lorenzetti's renowned fresco, "The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside". Created between 1338 and 1340, this masterpiece adorns the side walls of Siena's City Hall Council Room. The frescoes depict contrasting scenes representing Good and Bad Government. In this particular detail, we are transported to the idyllic countryside where agriculture thrives under good governance. The image captures a harmonious scene filled with industrious farmers diligently tending to their fields. Men and women work together, showcasing cooperation as they cultivate the land using traditional farming methods. Horses can be seen walking or ridden by skilled riders, symbolizing transportation and trade. The composition is enriched by various animals such as donkeys, pigs, and horses that play an integral role in rural life during the 14th century. A sense of religious devotion permeates through an angelic figure overlooking the landscape from above. Lorenzetti's skillful use of color brings out the rustic charm of this rural setting while highlighting its geographical features—a rolling hillside dotted with farms against a backdrop of Italy's serene countryside. This print allows us to appreciate not only Lorenzetti's artistic prowess but also provides insight into daily life during this period—showcasing how good governance positively impacts both individuals' livelihoods and society as a whole.
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