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Latona Turning the Lycian Peasants into Frogs, c. 1730 (oil on copper)
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Latona Turning the Lycian Peasants into Frogs, c. 1730 (oil on copper)
488195 Latona Turning the Lycian Peasants into Frogs, c.1730 (oil on copper) by Platzer, Johann Georg (1704-61); 21.59 x 30.4 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: The goddess Latona, Zeus lover, was banished by a jealous Juno shortly before she gave birth to the twins Apollo and Diana. While in exile she was wandering through Lycia where the peasants denied her the opportunity to slake her thirst at a stream. As retribution Latona turned all the peasants into frogs. ); eMinneapolis Institute of Art; Gift of Mrs. Walter H. Ude; Austrian, out of copyright
Media ID 23256942
© Minneapolis Institute of Art Gift of Mrs. Walter H. Ude / Bridgeman Images
Apollo Changing Diana Frog Frogs Latona Lycia Lycian Narrative Peasants Pond Pool Roccoco Rococo Morph Morphing Neo Classical
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This print showcases Johann Georg Platzer's masterpiece, "Latona Turning the Lycian Peasants into Frogs" painted around 1730. The oil on copper artwork measures 21.59 x 30.4 cm and is housed in the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA. The painting depicts a dramatic moment from Greek mythology where Latona, the lover of Zeus and mother to Apollo and Diana, faces exile after being banished by a jealous Juno. While wandering through Lycia, Latona seeks water but is denied access by unkind peasants who refuse her request to quench her thirst at a stream. In an act of retribution for their insolence, Latona uses her divine powers to transform all the peasants into frogs. This mythological narrative unfolds against a stunning landscape backdrop with lush greenery and serene waters. Platzer's skillful brushwork captures both the beauty of nature and the transformative power of myth. The delicate rococo style adds an air of elegance to this neo-classical piece that seamlessly blends elements from different artistic movements. With its rich symbolism and intricate details, this painting invites viewers to ponder themes such as justice, punishment, and human arrogance in relation to divine intervention. It serves as a reminder that even gods are not immune to jealousy or capable of mercy when provoked. Through this print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we can appreciate Platzer's masterful storytelling ability while immersing ourselves
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