Artwork
Diana
Diana is a paint painting by the High Baroque Italian artist Sebastiano Ricci. It dates from 1700 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
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Overview
Diana is a 1700 oil painting by Sebastiano Ricci, a Venetian artist known for his dynamic style. The work is held in the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene centered on a figure, likely the Roman goddess Diana, with a crescent moon on their head. The figure is surrounded by others, including a kneeling man, and is dressed in a white robe with a purple sash. The scene is set against a dark background with clouds.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases Ricci's use of chiaroscuro, creating a sense of depth through contrast between light and dark areas. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the figures' robes and facial expressions, reflecting the theatrical qualities of High Baroque Italian art.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Sebastiano Ricci (1 August 1659 – 15 May 1734) was an Italian Baroque painter of the late Baroque period in Venetian painting.
