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Zeuxis Choosing Models from the Beautiful Women of Croton, 1789 (oil on canvas)
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Zeuxis Choosing Models from the Beautiful Women of Croton, 1789 (oil on canvas)
XIR176267 Zeuxis Choosing Models from the Beautiful Women of Croton, 1789 (oil on canvas) by Vincent, Francois Andre (1746-1816); 323x415 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Zeuxis choisissant pour modeles les plus belles filles de Crotone; Greek painter of 4th century BC; asked to paint a picture of Helen of Troy but no woman was beautiful enough so he chose five maidens from the city and combined the best features of each into a figure of ideal beauty; ); French, out of copyright
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 18th century and witness a moment of artistic brilliance. Vincent, Francois Andre's oil on canvas masterpiece titled "Zeuxis Choosing Models from the Beautiful Women of Croton" comes to life before our eyes. The scene unfolds in the Louvre, Paris, where Zeuxis, a renowned Greek painter from the 4th century BC, is faced with an extraordinary challenge. Commissioned to paint a picture of Helen of Troy, he finds no single woman beautiful enough to capture her essence. Undeterred by this setback, Zeuxis decides to take matters into his own hands. Intriguingly, he selects five maidens from the city of Croton and meticulously combines their best features into one figure of ideal beauty. This act showcases not only Zeuxis' artistic genius but also his ability to recognize and appreciate diverse forms of beauty. As we gaze at this remarkable artwork captured by Bridgeman Images, we can't help but be drawn into the world it depicts – a world filled with competition and rivalry among these stunning women vying for recognition as models for immortal artistry. This image serves as a reminder that true beauty lies in diversity and individuality. It celebrates both the artist's discerning eye for perfection and the unique qualities possessed by each model involved in this legendary selection process. Vincent's painting invites us to ponder upon classical antiquity while appreciating timeless themes such as female empowerment through artistry
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