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Glass Frame : The Musical Contest between Apollo and Marsyas, ca 1545. Creator: Tintoretto, Jacopo (1518-1594)
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The Musical Contest between Apollo and Marsyas, ca 1545. Creator: Tintoretto, Jacopo (1518-1594)
The Musical Contest between Apollo and Marsyas, ca 1545. Found in the Collection of Wadsworth Athenaeum, Hartford
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Media ID 19063643
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Apollo Apollon Barock Duel Flautist Flute Flutist Hartford Jacopo 1518 1594 Loser Lyre Marsyas Muses Ovid Pan Pipe Punishment Satyr Tintoretto Venetian School Greek Mythology
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 12.7cm (7" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 16.2cm (8" x 6.4")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "The Musical Contest between Apollo and Marsyas" a masterpiece created by the renowned artist Jacopo Tintoretto in approximately 1545. The painting, which can be found in the esteemed collection of Wadsworth Athenaeum in Hartford, Connecticut, beautifully captures an allegorical moment from Greek mythology. In this scene, Apollo, the god of music and poetry, engages in a fierce musical duel with Marsyas, a satyr known for his exceptional flute-playing skills. Both figures are depicted with remarkable detail and emotion as they passionately compete for victory. While Apollo gracefully plays his lyre with confidence and finesse, Marsyas skillfully blows into his pan pipe to create enchanting melodies. The tension between the two musicians is palpable as their eyes lock in determination. This dramatic contest ultimately leads to a devastating outcome for Marsyas. According to Ovid's mythological account, Apollo emerges triumphant and punishes Marsyas by flaying him alive as retribution for daring to challenge a god. Tintoretto's masterful use of oil on canvas brings this enthralling narrative to life through vibrant colors and dynamic brushstrokes characteristic of the Venetian School during the Renaissance period. As viewers gaze upon this artwork, they are transported back in time to witness this legendary clash between divine beings unfold before their very eyes. This print serves as both an homage to Tintoretto's artistic genius and an invitation for admirers of fine art images
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