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Dido Sacrifices to Juno, the Goddess of Marriage, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool)
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Dido Sacrifices to Juno, the Goddess of Marriage, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool)
XOS5886550 Dido Sacrifices to Juno, the Goddess of Marriage, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool) by Romanelli, Giovanni Francesco (Il Viterbese) (1610-62); 411x464.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Giovanni Francesco Romanelli
Woven by Michel Wauters (d.1679))
Media ID 33395562
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Dido Sacrifices to Juno, the Goddess of Marriage
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is a captivating print that showcases the exquisite tapestry weave created by Giovanni Francesco Romanelli in 1679. This monumental artwork, measuring an impressive 411x464.5 cm, can be found at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. The tapestry depicts a scene from ancient mythology where Dido, the legendary queen of Carthage, offers a sacrifice to Juno, the goddess of marriage and childbirth. The intricate silk and wool weaving technique employed by Michel Wauters brings this mythological tale to life with its vibrant colors and detailed imagery. In this baroque masterpiece, we see a multitude of figures gathered around an ornate altar adorned with floral arrangements. The grand colonnades surrounding them create an atmosphere of opulence and grandeur. Cupid, the mischievous Roman deity associated with love and desire, hovers above as if overseeing this sacred ritual. Romanelli's artistry beautifully captures both the power and grace of these mythological characters. Dido herself stands as a symbol of feminine strength and determination while paying homage to Juno's divine authority. This Flemish artist's contribution to this magnificent piece further enhances its allure. The meticulous attention to detail in every flower petal or column accentuates its overall beauty. As we gaze upon "Dido Sacrifices to Juno" we are transported back in time to an era filled with mythical tales and artistic brilliance. It serves as a testament not only to Romanelli's talent but also as a reminder of how art has always been intricately intertwined with human history and culture. Through Bridgeman Images' print reproduction, viewers can now appreciate this remarkable work from afar while marveling at its historical significance within seventeenth-century art movements like Baroque style.
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