1496
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Canada
Vulcan and Aeolus by Piero di Cosimo is a 1496 oil by Piero di Cosimo, a Early Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Canada.
This painting depicts a scene with multiple figures and animals. In the foreground, a man sits on the ground, holding a hammer and anvil, while another man stands behind him, holding a horse. A woman and child sit to the right, and a man lies on the ground in front of them. In the background, a structure with a giraffe and birds can be seen. The painting features a mix of realistic and fantastical elements, with the figures and animals rendered in detail. The use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and movement. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the work of Piero di Cosimo.
Piero di Cosimo, also known as Piero di Lorenzo, was an Italian Renaissance painter, who continued to use an essentially Early Renaissance style into the 16th century.
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