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Vertumnus and Pomona (oil on canvas)
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Vertumnus and Pomona (oil on canvas)
XIR173085 Vertumnus and Pomona (oil on canvas) by Ranc, Jean (1674-1735); Musee Fabre, Montpellier, France; (add.info.: the protectors of gardens, orchards and fruit; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12740470
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Contrast Disguise Guise Maiden Metamorphosis Parasol Seducing Seduction Transformation Wooing
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Jean Ranc's masterpiece, "Vertumnus and Pomona" an oil on canvas painting that resides in the Musee Fabre in Montpellier, France. The artwork depicts Vertumnus and Pomona, the revered guardians of gardens, orchards, and fruit. In this enchanting scene, Vertumnus is seen wooing and seducing Pomona with his clever disguise. As a deity himself, he assumes various guises to win her heart. The image beautifully captures the contrast between youth and age as well as beauty and wisdom. Pomona stands gracefully holding a parasol while clutching a basket filled with fruits of her domain. Her youthful radiance is juxtaposed against Vertumnus' transformation into an old woman—a testament to his determination to win her love. Ranc skillfully portrays the metamorphosis of love through this classical narrative. His attention to detail brings out every nuance of emotion in both characters. With each stroke of his brush, he breathes life into their story. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Ranc's artistry even if we cannot witness it firsthand at Musee Fabre. It serves as a reminder of the timeless themes explored by artists throughout history—love, desire, transformation—and invites us to delve deeper into their intricate narratives.
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