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Apollo and Marsyas (oil on canvas, 1618. )
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Apollo and Marsyas (oil on canvas, 1618. )
LRI4607208 Apollo and Marsyas (oil on canvas, 1618.) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666); Palatine Gallery, Pitti Palace, Florence; (add.info.: Apollo and Marsyas. Painting by Giovan or Giovanni Francesco Barbieri dit Guercino (The Guerchin, 1591-1666), 1618. Oil on canvas. Dim: 185, 5 x 200 cm. Florence, Palazzo Pitti, Palatine Gallery (Firenze, Palazzo Pitti, Galleria Palatina)); Luisa Ricciarini
Media ID 25898522
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Apollo Arte Back Baroque Style Bodysuit Castigo Chain Chastisement Chatiment Corpo Cruelty Dagger Diciasettesimo Secolo Divino Fantastic Animal Fantastic Creature Fantastic Creatures Fiddle Giovanni Francesco Barbieri Grecia Guercino 1591 1666 Haughtiness Jealousy Mitología Mythical Animal Mythical Beast Mythical Creature Nudit Nudo Personaggio Mitologico Pittura Punizione Revenge Rivalry Satiro Satyr Satyre Satyrs Seicento Torment Uomo Vendetta Grece Mythological Figure Pagan Paganism Pagans Polytheism Polytheist Punishment
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This print showcases the masterpiece "Apollo and Marsyas" by Guercino, a renowned Italian artist of the Baroque era. Painted in 1618, this oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 185.5 x 200 cm and is housed in the Palatine Gallery at Pitti Palace in Florence. The painting depicts a dramatic scene from Greek mythology, where Apollo, the god of music and arts, confronts Marsyas, a satyr known for his musical talent. In a fit of jealousy over Marsyas' exceptional fiddle-playing skills, Apollo challenges him to a musical contest. However, when Apollo emerges victorious with his divine melodies, he punishes Marsyas for daring to challenge him. In this image captured by Luisa Ricciarini's lens under the night sky backdrop, we see Marsyas as a prisoner chained to a tree. His naked body bears signs of torment and cruelty inflicted upon him as punishment for his audacity. The composition highlights both the vulnerability and strength within human nature while exploring themes of rivalry and revenge. Guercino's skillful use of light and shadow creates an atmosphere that enhances the emotional intensity portrayed in this mythological narrative. Through this photo print, viewers are invited to delve into ancient tales that continue to captivate us today while appreciating Guercino's mastery in capturing such complex emotions through paintbrush strokes.
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