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Finding of Romulus and Remus

Andrea Locatelli

1730

oil

canvas

From the collection of Capitoline Museums

Rococo painting 18th Century

Dominant colour

Finding of Romulus and Remus is a 1730 oil by Andrea Locatelli, a Rococo painting work, held at Capitoline Museums.

Who painted this?: Andrea Locatelli
When & what style?: 1730 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Capitoline Museums

About this work

In the painting, a woman kneels beside a stream, reaching out to a baby. She wears a red dress and has a white cloth draped over her shoulder. Beside her, a man in a red tunic stands with a horse, while another man in a brown tunic holds a basket. In the background, trees and a distant building are visible. The scene is set in a rural landscape, with a sense of warmth and light emanating from the figures. The woman's gentle gesture towards the baby conveys a sense of nurturing and care. This painting, "Finding of Romulus and Remus" by Andrea Locatelli, is a beautiful example of 18th-century art. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the work of artist Andrea Locatelli.