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Diana and Actaeon, Fontainebleau School, mid 16th century (oil on canvas)
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Diana and Actaeon, Fontainebleau School, mid 16th century (oil on canvas)
PWI94902 Diana and Actaeon, Fontainebleau School, mid 16th century (oil on canvas) by French School, (16th century); 265x367 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; ePeter Willi; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22606430
© Peter Willi / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the masterpiece "Diana and Actaeon" from the mid-16th century Fontainebleau School. Painted by an anonymous French artist, this oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 265x367 cm and is currently housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The painting depicts a dramatic scene from Ovid's Metamorphoses, where Diana, the Roman goddess of hunting and chastity, discovers Actaeon spying on her while she bathes. In a moment of fury and humiliation, Diana transforms Actaeon into a stag as punishment for his intrusion. The composition is rich with symbolism and emotion. The female figure of Diana stands tall and powerful at the center of the frame, surrounded by lush foliage. Her gaze is intense as she confronts Actaeon with his own reflection in a pool of water - now sporting a stag's head instead of his own. The painting explores themes such as vulnerability, power dynamics between genders, and consequences for transgressions against divine authority. It also highlights the beauty and complexity of nudity through its portrayal of both male and female forms. Peter Willi's expert photography captures every intricate detail of this remarkable artwork while preserving its historical significance. This print serves as a stunning reminder of the timeless allure that classical mythology holds within fine art.
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