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Ceramic plate of Faenza with a source of youth. Work preserved in the Museum of the Municipal Art Collection in Bologna
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Ceramic plate of Faenza with a source of youth. Work preserved in the Museum of the Municipal Art Collection in Bologna
Ceramic plate of Faenza with a source of youth. Work preserved in the Museum of the Municipal Art Collection in Bologna. Bologna Gallery of the Municipal Collection of Art Plate High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1933 ca.. Date of Artwork:XVIIsec
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-041706-0000
Media ID 33137483
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Acanthus Basin Brand Child Crest Diet Female Characters Fish Font Food Herbaceous Hydraulic Literature And Fiction Male Characters Primary Elements Representation Solid Water Emblem Natural Elements And Phenomena Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This photograph captures a stunning ceramic plate from Faenza, adorned with an exquisite depiction of the source of youth. Preserved within the Museum of the Municipal Art Collection in Bologna, this artwork is a testament to the rich history and artistic brilliance of Renaissance-Baroque styles. The plate itself showcases intricate craftsmanship, with its fish motif symbolizing abundance and fertility. The solid structure and basin-like shape evoke images of ancient hydraulic systems, reminding us of humanity's reliance on water as a primary element for sustenance. Intriguingly, human figures grace this masterpiece – both male and female characters are depicted in various stages of life. A nude male figure represents strength and vitality while a child embodies innocence and purity. These representations highlight the timeless fascination humans have had with preserving their youthfulness throughout history. Adding to its allure is the presence of acanthus leaves, herbaceous plants known for their ornamental value since ancient times. They form an elegant vegetal composition that surrounds a crest or emblem resembling an animal shape – perhaps signifying power or protection. Captured by Alinari Fratelli around 1933, this photograph not only documents the beauty of this particular artwork but also serves as a window into Europe's historical periods spanning from high Renaissance to Renaissance-Baroque styles. It reminds us that art has always been intertwined with our cultural heritage, reflecting societal values across different eras. As we gaze upon this print today, we can appreciate how it encapsulates centuries' worth of creativity and symbolism within one small ceramic plate – truly showcasing art's ability to transcend time and captivate generations through its enduring beauty.
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