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BELLA, Gabriele (1740-1782). The cantata of the
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BELLA, Gabriele (1740-1782). The cantata of the orphans for the Dukes of the North. ca. 1782. Concert at the Casino dei Filarmonici during the visit in 1782 of the Count Paul Petrovich, future Tsar Paul I of Russia. Baroque art. Oil on canvas. ITALY. VENETO. Venice. Galleria Fondazione Querini Stampalia (Querini Stampalia Foundation Gallery)
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1740 1782 Baroque Bella Casino Concert Count Dukes Foundation Future Gabriele Galleria Gallery Insides Orphans Paintings Petrovich Pictures Times Tsar Veneto Venice Cantata
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This stunning oil on canvas painting, titled "Bella, Gabriele (1740-1782): The Cantata of the Orphans for the Dukes of the North," is a captivating work of Baroque art hailing from Venice, Italy, specifically from the Querini Stampalia Foundation Gallery in Venice, Italy. The painting, created around 1782, depicts the renowned singer Bella, whose given name was Gabriele, performing a cantata for the Dukes of the North during a concert at the Casino dei Filarmonici. The Duke in question was Count Paul Petrovich, who would later become Tsar Paul I of Russia during his visit to Venice that year. The scene inside the painting is filled with rich colors and intricate details, reflecting the opulence and grandeur of the Baroque era. The interior of the Casino dei Filarmonici is elegantly decorated, with ornate columns, gilded moldings, and intricate frescoes adorning the walls. Bella, dressed in an elegant gown and holding a sheet of music, stands in the center of the group, her expressive face captivating the attention of the audience. Surrounding her are a group of orphaned children, their faces filled with awe and wonder as they listen intently to her performance. The painting beautifully captures the essence of music as a source of hope and joy, even for those who have suffered great loss. The horizontal composition and the warm color palette further enhance the emotional impact of the painting, making it a truly mesmerizing work of art from the early modern era.
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