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Ulysses and Ajax competing for the armor of Achilles before the courts, Ulysses Hall, detail of 2384556 (fresco)

Ulysses and Ajax competing for the armor of Achilles before the courts, Ulysses Hall, detail of 2384556 (fresco)


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Ulysses and Ajax competing for the armor of Achilles before the courts, Ulysses Hall, detail of 2384556 (fresco)

2384555 Ulysses and Ajax competing for the armor of Achilles before the courts, Ulysses Hall, detail of 2384556 (fresco) by Castello, Giovanni Battista (Il Bergamasco) (1509-69); Palazzo della Prefettura, Bergamo, Italy; (add.info.: Bergamo, Palazzo della Prefettura: la volta del Salone di Ulisse. Affreschi (staccati dalla villa Lanzi di Gorlago nel 1869) di G. B. Castello detto " Il Bergamasco" tra il 1515 e il 1520 e raffiguranti imprese di Ulisse.
Al centro della volta Ulisse e Aiace si contendono l armatura di Achille dinanzi ai giudici.
Scrive Francesco Maria Tassi: " Nel mezzo della volta, un gran quadrato di figure piu grandi dal naturale, sono coloriti Ulisse ed Aiace peroranti innanzi ai giudici a chi di loro toccar debba l armatura di Achille, la quale essendo stata ad Ulisse giudicata, vedesi in un canto Aiace, che da se stesso con la sua spada si uccide. Un meraviglioso nudo in prima veduta e dipinto in un artificiosissimo scorcio, ne puossi vedere un impasto di carne piu morbido e naturale. Le teste di quei vecchi giudici con lunghe barbe sono ammirabili, magnifici gli abbigliamenti e maestose le architetture che veggonsi dietro loro.
Attorno alla sala in alto vi sono dodici lunette dipinte in piccole figure i fatti e le imprese di Ulisse con estrema diligenza e maestria condotte; scorgendovi architetture, paesi e combattimenti, posti di mare ed altre cose, dai quali mai staccherebbesi l avido occhio di chi le mira. Sono frammezzate da dodici virtu che si distinguono dai vari simboli e strumenti che tengono in mano fra le quali una particolarissima si vede che accordando attenta un liuto, porge l orecchio con vivacita ed espressione meravigliosa. In basso, pio, fra le dodici grandi statue di terra gialla vestite alla militare, bellissima vi e quella, che mezzo seduta sporge in fuori un ginocchio, e bisogna coi tatto accertarsi che questa non sia di rilievo.
Tutto il restante poi della volta e delle pareti in varie foggie dipinte, con figurette e fogliami, architetture cinesi festone ed arabeschi con tanta varieta e freschezza di tinte, che non ho difficolta ad asserire, che questa sia la piu bella di quanto egregie pitture possiede la citta nostra, che in ogni tempo e stata madre feconda di eccellenti professori".
[ENG], Bergamo, Palazzo della Prefettura, vaulted ceiling of Ulysses Hall: frescoes depicting Ulysses and Ajax competing for the armor of Achilles before the courts. The frescoes, depicted by Giovan Battista Castello (" Il Bergamasco" ) around 1515 -1520, have been detached from Villa Lanzi di Gorlago in 1869.); Ghigo Roli; Italian, out of copyright

Media ID 25130996

© Ghigo Roli / Bridgeman Images

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This print captures a mesmerizing detail of the fresco titled "Ulysses and Ajax competing for the armor of Achilles before the courts" by Giovanni Battista Castello, also known as Il Bergamasco. Located in Ulysses Hall at Palazzo della Prefettura in Bergamo, Italy, this artwork depicts a pivotal moment from Greek mythology. In the center of the vaulted ceiling, Ulysses and Ajax stand before a panel of judges, fiercely vying for possession of Achilles' legendary armor. The intensity is palpable as these two formidable heroes make their impassioned pleas. Ultimately, it is Ulysses who emerges victorious, leaving Ajax devastated. The attention to detail in this fresco is truly remarkable. Each figure is meticulously painted with vibrant colors that bring them to life. The old judges with their long beards exude wisdom and authority while majestic architectural elements serve as an awe-inspiring backdrop. Surrounding the hall are twelve lunettes adorned with smaller figures depicting various exploits and adventures of Ulysses. These intricately painted scenes showcase architectural marvels, seascapes, battles, and other captivating details that captivate any viewer's gaze. The overall composition of this artwork showcases Castello's exceptional talent as a painter. From delicate foliage to elegant Chinese-inspired motifs and arabesques adorning both walls and ceilings – every inch exudes freshness and variety in color palette. Undoubtedly one of Bergamo's most treasured artistic gems; this masterpiece stands testament to its rich cultural heritage. It serves as a constant reminder that even amidst fierce competition for glory or material possessions like Achilles' armor - true victory lies not only in strength but also cunning strategy.

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