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Wedding of Bacchus and Ariadne, 1505. Artist: Cima da Conegliano, Giovanni Battista (ca. 1459-1517)
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Wedding of Bacchus and Ariadne, 1505. Artist: Cima da Conegliano, Giovanni Battista (ca. 1459-1517)
Wedding of Bacchus and Ariadne, 1505. Found in the collection of the Museo Poldi Pezzoli, Milan
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Ariadne Bacchus Bacchus And Ariadne Cima Da Conegliano Dionysus Fertility Goddess God Of Fertility God Of Wine Lovers Milan Museo Poldi Pezzoli Naxos Ovid Venetian School Wedding Allegory And Literature Greek Mythology
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This print showcases the exquisite painting "Wedding of Bacchus and Ariadne" by Giovanni Battista Cima da Conegliano, created in 1505. Housed within the esteemed Museo Poldi Pezzoli in Milan, Italy, this masterpiece is a testament to the artist's skill and creativity. The scene depicted in this Renaissance artwork transports viewers to the mythical island of Naxos. Here, amidst lush greenery and azure skies, we witness the union of two legendary figures from Greek mythology - Bacchus (also known as Dionysus), the god of wine and fertility, and Ariadne, a goddess associated with love and fertility. Cima da Conegliano expertly captures their wedding ceremony on an intricately detailed oil-on-wood canvas. The vibrant colors bring life to each character present: gods, nymphs, satyrs – all celebrating this joyous occasion. This allegorical composition not only celebrates love but also explores themes of rebirth and transformation. Drawing inspiration from Ovid's Metamorphoses, Cima da Conegliano seamlessly blends mythological elements with his Venetian School style. Through his brushstrokes, he immortalizes this divine union while paying homage to classical literature. As you admire this fine art print at Heritage Images without any commercial intentions or affiliations mentioned here; let yourself be transported into a world where gods roam freely among mortals—a world where love conquers all boundaries.
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