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The Chariot of Aurora, 1761-9 (oil on canvas)
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The Chariot of Aurora, 1761-9 (oil on canvas)
3086899 The Chariot of Aurora, 1761-9 (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 90.2 x 72.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Aurora in her chariot at the start of a new day, accompanied by the Hours and heralded by Apollo emerging from his temple. Below three seasons: Bacchus in a crown of vine leaves holding a cup of wine (fall), Ceres with a sheaf of wheat (summer), and an old man (winter). The sleeping figures and bats along the right edge symbolize the passing night, and above them is Time with his scythe.); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22629064
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Apollo Aurora Bacchus Ceiling Ceres Dawn Fall Gods Heavenly Heavens Hours Madrid Morning Rococo Scythe Time Vine Wheat Winged Goddesses
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This print showcases Giovanni Battista Tiepolo's masterpiece, "The Chariot of Aurora" housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Painted between 1761 and 1769, this oil on canvas artwork measures 90.2 x 72.7 cm. In this allegorical painting, we witness the enchanting scene of Aurora embarking on her chariot at daybreak, accompanied by the Hours and heralded by Apollo emerging from his temple. The celestial heavens serve as a backdrop for this divine spectacle. Below Aurora's chariot are three symbolic representations of the seasons: Bacchus adorned with vine leaves holding a cup of wine representing fall, Ceres presenting a sheaf of wheat symbolizing summer, and an old man personifying winter. To signify the passing night, sleeping figures and bats can be seen along the right edge while Time looms above them with his scythe. This composition beautifully captures both the cyclical nature of time and the transition from darkness to light. Tiepolo's meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout this Rococo masterpiece. From intricate winged figures to lush vine leaves adorning Bacchus' crown, every element contributes to its ethereal beauty. "The Chariot of Aurora" is not only a celebration of mythological gods but also serves as an allegory for life's eternal cycle. Its timeless allure continues to captivate viewers today as it stands proudly among other Italian masterpieces within the Metropolitan Museum
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