Ceres As An Allegory Of Summer, 17th-century French School
Artist: école Française Du Xviie Siècle
17th-century French school
Ceres as an allegory of Summer
Oil on canvas
53 x 90 cm. - Framed 67 x 103 cm.
Full details of this painting (click HERE)
The painting depicts the goddess Ceres, reclining on the grass outdoors, accompanied by a faun and some playful cherubs.
Depictions like this, with mythological themes, became widespread starting in the 16th century with the aim of drawing attention to allegorical themes: specifically, cycles of the seasons—each represented by a deity—were highly prized in noble palaces: spring personified by Venus, autumn by Bacchus, winter by Aeolus, and finally summer, the subject of our canvas, with Ceres.
This is a French work created by a painter active in the mid-17th century, evoking the themes in vogue in the Fontainebleau School, that heterogeneous artistic movement that developed in France in the 16th century, closely linked to the patronage of King Francis I, which attracted a mix of Italian, Flemish, and French artists.
The mythological and allegorical subject of the work shown is typical of the style and themes addressed by the artists of this school; the second Fontainebleau school, in particular, included artists such as the Flemish painter Ambroise Dubois and the French artists Toussaint Dubreuil and Martin Fréminet.
In this context, Dubois’s most important work was the decoration of the Gallery of Diana, which was destroyed in the 19th century.
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Ceres as an allegory of Summer
Oil on canvas
53 x 90 cm. - Framed 67 x 103 cm.
Full details of this painting (click HERE)
The painting depicts the goddess Ceres, reclining on the grass outdoors, accompanied by a faun and some playful cherubs.
Depictions like this, with mythological themes, became widespread starting in the 16th century with the aim of drawing attention to allegorical themes: specifically, cycles of the seasons—each represented by a deity—were highly prized in noble palaces: spring personified by Venus, autumn by Bacchus, winter by Aeolus, and finally summer, the subject of our canvas, with Ceres.
This is a French work created by a painter active in the mid-17th century, evoking the themes in vogue in the Fontainebleau School, that heterogeneous artistic movement that developed in France in the 16th century, closely linked to the patronage of King Francis I, which attracted a mix of Italian, Flemish, and French artists.
The mythological and allegorical subject of the work shown is typical of the style and themes addressed by the artists of this school; the second Fontainebleau school, in particular, included artists such as the Flemish painter Ambroise Dubois and the French artists Toussaint Dubreuil and Martin Fréminet.
In this context, Dubois’s most important work was the decoration of the Gallery of Diana, which was destroyed in the 19th century.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The work being sold comes complete with an attractive frame and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and warranty.
We handle and arrange the shipping of purchased works, both within Italy and internationally, through professional and insured carriers.
It is also possible to view the painting at our gallery in Riva del Garda; we would be delighted to welcome you to show you our collection of works.
Please feel free to contact us for any additional information.
Follow us on:
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5 800 €
Period: 17th century
Style: Louis 15th - Transition
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Oil painting
Width: encadré 103 cm.
Height: encadré 67 cm.
Reference (ID): 1754967
Availability: In stock
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