Juno and Mars
1650
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1650
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting depicts a dramatic scene with two central figures, Juno and Mars, set against a cloudy sky. Juno, on the right, is shown with her arm outstretched, holding a torch, while Mars, on the left, is dressed in a red cape and yellow tunic, grasping a sword. The background is filled with various other figures, including cherubs and a man bound to a rock. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and drama, with the contrast between light and dark drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.
