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No. 3146 Diana and Callisto, illustration from Ovids Metamorphosis, II, p
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No. 3146 Diana and Callisto, illustration from Ovids Metamorphosis, II, p
FIT88879 No.3146 Diana and Callisto, illustration from Ovids Metamorphosis, II, p.442-53, c.1595 (pen & ink) by Bloemaert, Abraham (1566-1651) (attr. to); 30.1x24.6 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22348222
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Grotto Nymphs Pregnancy Shame Punishment
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This print showcases "No. 3146 Diana and Callisto" an exquisite illustration from Ovid's Metamorphosis, II. Created around 1595 by the talented artist Abraham Bloemaert (attributed to), this pen and ink masterpiece measures 30.1x24.6 cm and is housed in the prestigious Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge, UK. The image depicts a powerful scene filled with emotion and symbolism. In a lush grotto, we witness the confrontation between Diana, the goddess of chastity and hunting, and Callisto, one of her nymphs who has fallen victim to Zeus' advances resulting in her pregnancy. Diana's face reveals a mix of anger, disappointment, and perhaps even pity as she gazes upon Callisto's nakedness - a stark representation of shame brought upon by her condition. The surrounding nymphs observe silently; their expressions range from curiosity to concern. This artwork captures not only the physical vulnerability but also explores themes such as punishment, female power dynamics, and nudity as both punishment and revelation. As we delve into this thought-provoking piece through our print experience with Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back in time to appreciate Bloemaert's masterful technique that brings these mythological characters to life once more.
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