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Jupiter, c. 1464 (engraving)
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Jupiter, c. 1464 (engraving)
XJF618969 Jupiter, c.1464 (engraving) by Baldini, Baccio (c.1436-87); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jupiter rides a chariot drawn by two eagles across the sky, below are various representations of men of distinction and wealth: hunters, falconers, courtiers and poets crowned with laurel garlands. The men seated in a right foreground are identified as Dante, Petrarch and Boccaccio. ); Italian, out of copyright
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This engraving, titled "Jupiter, c. 1464" takes us on a celestial journey through the mythical world of ancient Rome. Created by Baldini Baccio in the 15th century, this masterpiece showcases Jupiter, the king of gods and sky, as he rides his majestic chariot across the heavens. Two powerful eagles effortlessly pull him through the vast expanse of space. Beneath Jupiter's divine presence lie various depictions of men who embody distinction and wealth. Hunters with their bows drawn, falconers with their trained birds of prey perched on their arms, courtiers adorned in opulent attire, and poets crowned with laurel garlands all grace this extraordinary scene. Intriguingly enough, seated prominently in the foreground are three iconic figures: Dante Alighieri, Francesco Petrarch, and Giovanni Boccaccio. These renowned Italian authors represent not only literary excellence but also symbolize intellectual prowess during that era. The artist skillfully weaves together allegorical elements to convey a deeper meaning within this composition. Each figure represents different facets of human existence - from power and ambition to creativity and wisdom. As we gaze upon this print from centuries past now preserved in a private collection, we are transported back to an age where mythology intertwined seamlessly with everyday life. It serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with both celestial wonders and our own mortal achievements.
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