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A cat, musical instruments and male and female figures, detail, vault of Hall of the Treasure (fresco) (detail of 3707463)
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A cat, musical instruments and male and female figures, detail, vault of Hall of the Treasure (fresco) (detail of 3707463)
3707473 A cat, musical instruments and male and female figures, detail, vault of Hall of the Treasure (fresco) (detail of 3707463) by Garofalo, Benvenuto Tisi da (1481-1559); Palazzo Costabili or Palazzo di Ludovico il Moro, Ferrara, Emilia Romagna, Italy; (add.info.: Ferrara, Palazzo Costabili or Palazzo di Ludovico il Moro (today it is the seat of the National Archaeological of Spina), Aula Costabiliana o Hall of the Treasure, vault, XVI century frescoes by Benvenuto Tisi, known as il Garofalo: detail with cat, musical instrument, and a great variety of clothes. The turbans were worn by people who really lived at the Estensi court and came from Eastern countries. Along the sides of the ceiling a large balcony, where Oriental rugs are hanging out, is painted. There is a gallery of characters, many of them have musical instruments. They leanfrom the balcony and show the observers their love for arts, music and poetry.
Ferrara, Palazzo Costabili o Palazzo di Ludovico il Moro (oggi sede del Museo Archeologico Nazionale o di Spina), Aula Costabiliana o Sala del Tesoro, volta, affreschi cinquecenteschi di Benvenuto Tisi, detto il Garofalo: particolare con gatto, strumento musicale e grande varieta di abiti. I turbanti caratterizzano personaggi di provenienza orientale che erano presenti anche alla corte estense. Lungo i lati del soffitto un ampia balconata da cui pendono tappeti orientali: una galleria di personaggi, molti dei quali con strumenti musicali, affacciati in maniera disinvolta a testimoniare con garbo e misura il loro amore per l arte, la musica e la poesia. In una suggestiva scenografia, oltre la balconata si apre un cielo turchino, su cui e strutturato un gazebo con rami carichi di frutta e tralci sospesi, annodati alla balaustra. La sala e un hortus conclusus, un giardino segreto voluto dal padrone di casa per i suoi importanti ospiti. Al centro dell apertura illusionistica sono un fastoso rosone in legno intagliato e dorato e una finta architettura che funge da copertura e al tempo stesso da decorazione. Tutt intorno corre un fregio a grottesche entro cui compaiono medaglioni con scene mitologiche e storie dell antica Roma.); Ghigo Roli; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 25191332
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from the vault of the Hall of the Treasure in Palazzo Costabili, Ferrara, Italy. Painted by Benvenuto Tisi da Garofalo in the 16th century, this fresco showcases a scene filled with enchantment and cultural diversity. In this particular section, we see a cat gracefully perched amidst an array of musical instruments. Surrounding it are male and female figures adorned in a great variety of clothes, each representing their unique origins and backgrounds. The presence of turbans signifies individuals hailing from Eastern countries who were part of the Estensi court. The ceiling is adorned with an expansive balcony where Oriental rugs hang delicately. From this vantage point, characters lean out to display their love for arts, music, and poetry to onlookers below. This gallery-like setting creates an atmosphere that celebrates creativity and artistic expression. Beyond the balcony lies a picturesque turquoise sky embellished with a gazebo laden with fruit-laden branches suspended from its balustrade. The room itself serves as an enclosed garden or "hortus conclusus" designed by the host to impress important guests. At the center of this illusionistic opening stands an opulent carved wooden rose window surrounded by intricate gilded architecture that doubles as both cover and decoration. A frieze featuring grotesque motifs encircles these elements while showcasing medallions depicting mythological scenes and ancient Roman stories. This print beautifully encapsulates not only Garofalo's artistry but also provides us with insight into Renaissance-era aesthetics and cultural exchange at the Estensi court in Ferrara.
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