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Aegina visited by Jupiter, c. 1767-69 (oil on canvas)
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Aegina visited by Jupiter, c. 1767-69 (oil on canvas)
3492977 Aegina visited by Jupiter, c.1767-69 (oil on canvas) by Greuze, Jean Baptiste (1725-1805); 147x195.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: The young woman may be Aegina, daughter of the river god Asopus, who was visited by Jupiter disguised as fire and later carried off by him in the form of an eagle.); French, out of copyright
Media ID 23136018
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Bird Of Prey Couch Curtain Drapery Eagle Naiad Nymph Ovid Reclining Rococo Sensual Sensuality Zeus Aegina
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The captivating oil painting "Aegina visited by Jupiter" by Jean Baptiste Greuze is a stunning display of sensuality and mythology. Measuring 147x195.9 cm, this masterpiece can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. In the artwork, we see a young woman who may be Aegina, daughter of the river god Asopus. She is depicted reclining on a sumptuous couch draped with luxurious fabrics that create an atmosphere of elegance and opulence. Her nudity adds to the sensual nature of the scene as she awaits her divine visitor. Jupiter, disguised as fire, approaches Aegina in his true form - that of an eagle. This mythological encounter between mortal and deity is beautifully captured by Greuze's skilled brushstrokes. The artist expertly portrays both vulnerability and desire on Aegina's face as she succumbs to Jupiter's enchantment. This Rococo-style painting showcases French artistry at its finest, with intricate details such as flowing drapery and delicate feathers adorning the majestic bird of prey. The composition exudes grace and harmony while evoking a sense of wonder for ancient Greek mythology. As you gaze upon this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder, allow yourself to be transported into a world where gods walk among mortals, sensuality intertwines with spirituality, and beauty knows no bounds.
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