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Triumph of Bacchus and Ariadne, detail from the Farnese Ceiling (fresco)
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Triumph of Bacchus and Ariadne, detail from the Farnese Ceiling (fresco)
ALI375370 Triumph of Bacchus and Ariadne, detail from the Farnese Ceiling (fresco) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); Palazzo Farnese, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The Loves of the Gods; ); Alinari
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Ancient Greeks Ariane Bare Catullus Cherubim Cherubini Classics Cyclades Islands Dionysus God Of Wine Goddesses Gods Lover Naxos Ovid Putti Vault Antique Greece Barrel Vaulted Ceiling Cherub Cherubs Greece Greek Greeks Lovers Myths Pagan Paganism Pagans Polytheism Polytheist Semi Nude
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from the Farnese Ceiling fresco, titled "Triumph of Bacchus and Ariadne" painted by Annibale Carracci. Located in the Palazzo Farnese in Rome, Italy, this masterpiece is part of a larger series known as "The Loves of the Gods". In this particular scene, we are transported to ancient Greece where Bacchus, the god of wine and revelry, triumphantly rides his chariot alongside his beloved Ariadne. The barrel-vaulted ceiling serves as their celestial backdrop while various goddesses and putti surround them. Carracci's baroque style brings these mythological figures to life with incredible detail and vibrant colors. The composition exudes sensuality as it explores themes of love, desire, and divine ecstasy. The story behind this artwork originates from Ovid's Metamorphoses and Catullus' poetry. It tells the tale of Ariadne being abandoned on Naxos by her lover Theseus but then rescued by Bacchus who falls deeply in love with her. This print captures not only the beauty of Carracci's skillful brushwork but also transports us back to an era filled with classical mythology and timeless tales. It serves as a reminder that art has the power to transcend time and connect us with our rich cultural heritage.
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