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"Allegorical Mythological Winter"

XVII Century

$59,649.75
£43,424.54
€50,000
CA$81,362.20
A$91,093.22
CHF 47,763.17
MX$1,125,513.25
NOK 601,845.53
SEK 568,118.18
DKK 380,522.46
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Allegorical Mythological Scene Unidentified Artist 17th–18th Century Oil on canvas Framed: 152 x 196 cm Canvas: 131 x 178 cm Description This masterfully executed Baroque or Rococo-period painting presents an evocative mythological and allegorical composition, likely inspired by the figure of Bacchus (Dionysus), the god of wine, revelry, and fertility. The semi-nude central figure, crowned with ivy and grape leaves, raises a glass of wine in a celebratory gesture, embodying the indulgence and excess often associated with Bacchic themes. The rich still-life arrangement of fruits and grape vines, along with a leopard—a symbolic companion of Bacchus—, reinforces this identification. To the right, an elderly cloaked man warms his hands over a brazier, accompanied by a cherubic child—a scene that contrasts the youthful abundance of Bacchus with the harshness of winter, possibly symbolizing the changing of seasons or the cycle of life and decay. The background features a snowy village scene, adding a vanitas-like element, a common theme in 17th–18th-century allegorical works. Executed in the European academic tradition, the painting exhibits bold chiaroscuro, fluid brushwork, and rich coloration, reminiscent of Flemish and Italian Baroque painters such as Peter Paul Rubens, Sebastiano Ricci, or Jan Boeckhorst. The dynamic composition, combined with sumptuous drapery and lifelike figures, conveys a theatrical grandeur characteristic of the period. A museum-quality piece, this painting is an outstanding addition for collectors of Old Masters, interior designers, and enthusiasts of historical allegorical art. The original ornate frame complements the artwork's historic charm and decorative appeal.
  • Attributed to:
    Unidentified Artist XVII-XVIII Century
  • Creation Year:
    XVII Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 51.58 in (131 cm)Width: 70.08 in (178 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Edinburgh, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1987216549142

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