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Aeneas Offering Presents to King Latinus and Asking Him for the Hand of His Daughter, 1778. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Regnault
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Aeneas Offering Presents to King Latinus and Asking Him for the Hand of His Daughter, 1778. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Regnault
Aeneas Offering Presents to King Latinus and Asking Him for the Hand of His Daughter, 1778
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This stunning 18th century oil painting, titled "Aeneas Offering Presents to King Latinus and Asking Him for the Hand of His Daughter," is a masterpiece by the renowned French artist Jean-Baptiste Regnault. The painting depicts a pivotal moment from Virgil's epic poem, The Aeneid, which recounts the journey of Aeneas from Troy to Italy and his eventual founding of Rome. In this scene, Aeneas, a legendary hero and prince of Troy, stands before King Latinus of Italy, offering him gifts as a sign of goodwill and respect. Aeneas seeks the king's permission to marry his daughter, Lavinia, in order to secure a peaceful alliance between their peoples. The king, seated on his throne, is surrounded by his advisors and courtiers, who observe the exchange with interest. Regnault expertly captures the essence of neoclassical art with his use of color and composition. The painting's muted, earthy tones and meticulously detailed figures evoke a sense of timelessness and grandeur. The figures are arranged in a balanced, symmetrical composition, with Aeneas and King Latinus at the center, emphasizing the significance of their encounter. This painting is a testament to the enduring power of Greek and Roman mythology and the artistic movement that arose in response to it, known as neoclassicism. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, mythology, or European culture. Currently, this painting can be found on display at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to captivate and inspire visitors from around the world.
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