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The Glorification of the Barbaro Family, c. 1750 (oil on canvas)
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The Glorification of the Barbaro Family, c. 1750 (oil on canvas)
3471214 The Glorification of the Barbaro Family, c.1750 (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 243.8x466.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Painted to decorate a ceiling in the Palazzo Barbaro for one of the most illustrious Venetian families. Valour is accompanied by a lion and followed by Fame blowing the trumpet and holding an olive branch. Behind the lion is Abundance with a cornucopia. Lower left are Prudence with a snake, and Nobility holding a statuette of Minerva. ); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 18261993
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Abundance Attribute Attributes Barbaro Brave Bravery Ceiling Characteristic Cornucopia Fame Gods Minerva Olive Branch Peace Prudence Putti Rococo Symbolism Trumpet Valor Valour Wisdom Allegorical Cherubs Symbolic
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The Glorification of the Barbaro Family, c. 1750
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is a captivating oil painting by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo that beautifully captures the essence of one of Venice's most esteemed families. Measuring an impressive 243.8x466.7 cm, this masterpiece adorns the ceiling of Palazzo Barbaro, showcasing Tiepolo's mastery in creating grandiose and allegorical compositions. In this stunning artwork, Valour takes center stage as he is accompanied by a majestic lion while being followed by Fame, who blows her trumpet and holds an olive branch symbolizing peace. Abundance stands behind the lion with her cornucopia overflowing with prosperity. On the lower left side, Prudence holds a snake representing wisdom and Nobility proudly displays a statuette of Minerva. The painting exudes Baroque and Rococo influences through its intricate details such as clouds swirling around celestial figures and cherubs known as putti frolicking amidst them. Each element within the composition carries symbolic significance, emphasizing bravery (valour), fame (trumpet), wealth (abundance), wisdom (prudence), nobility (Minerva statue), and peace (olive branch). Tiepolo's work showcases his exceptional talent for capturing Venetian opulence while infusing it with allegorical meaning. It serves not only as a decorative piece but also as a visual narrative celebrating the virtues associated with the illustrious Barbaro family. This remarkable painting can be found at The
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