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The Lord Creating the Sun and Moon, 1566-69 (pen & ink, chalk
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The Lord Creating the Sun and Moon, 1566-69 (pen & ink, chalk
ALM403436 The Lord Creating the Sun and Moon, 1566-69 (pen & ink, chalk, wash and white heightening on paper) by Zuccaro, Federico (1542-1609); 32.1x26.2 cm; Allen Memorial Art Museum, Oberlin College, Ohio, USA; (add.info.: preparatory sketch for the central fresco in the vault of the chapel of the Palazzo Farnese, Caprarola; ); eAllen Memorial Art Museum; Gift of Robert Lehman; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23252072
© Allen Memorial Art Museum Gift of Robert Lehman / Bridgeman Images
Ceiling Celestial Connection Creation Deer Genesis Grazing Heaven Heavens High Renaissance Mannerism Mannerist Wild Animals Heavenly Bodies
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This print showcases Federico Zuccaro's masterpiece, "The Lord Creating the Sun and Moon" a preparatory sketch for the central fresco in the vault of the chapel of the Palazzo Farnese, Caprarola. Created between 1566-69, this pen & ink, chalk, wash and white heightening on paper artwork measures 32.1x26.2 cm and is housed at the Allen Memorial Art Museum in Oberlin College, Ohio. In this high Renaissance piece, Zuccaro skillfully captures a pivotal moment from Genesis as God creates light by bringing forth the sun and moon into existence. The celestial bodies radiate divine energy that illuminates both heaven and earth below. Mannerist elements can be seen in Zuccaro's unique style which emphasizes elongated figures with exaggerated poses. As we gaze upon this stunning composition, we are drawn to a group of wild animals grazing peacefully beneath God's creation. A deer gracefully stands among them while looking up towards the heavens above—a symbol of connection between earthly creatures and their heavenly creator. Zuccaro's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his pen as he meticulously designs each element within this celestial scene. This study drawing serves as a testament to his artistic genius and provides us with an intimate glimpse into his creative process. With its awe-inspiring depiction of divine communication through light and nature, "The Lord Creating the Sun and Moon" continues to captivate viewers centuries after its creation—
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