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Departure of the goddesses Juno, Venus and Minerva for the judgment of Paris

Carlo Carlone

1736

oil

canvas

From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin

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Departure of the goddesses Juno, Venus and Minerva for the judgment of Paris is a 1736 oil by Carlo Carlone, held at Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Who painted this?: Carlo Carlone
When & what style?: 1736
Where can I see it?: Gemäldegalerie Berlin

About this work

This painting depicts three goddesses, Juno, Venus, and Minerva, preparing to depart for the judgment of Paris. The goddesses are dressed in flowing robes and surrounded by clouds and cherubs. The scene is set against a blue sky with white clouds. The painting is done in oil paint and features a mix of warm and cool colors. The goddesses are rendered in soft, gentle hues, while the clouds and cherubs are depicted in lighter, more vibrant tones. The overall effect is one of serenity and elegance. The artist's use of chiaroscuro adds depth and dimension to the painting, drawing the viewer's eye to the goddesses and their surroundings. For more information on this technique, look up chiaroscuro.