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The four elements; bas-relief from the Italo-German School, in the Muse du Moyen ge de Cluny, in Paris
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The four elements; bas-relief from the Italo-German School, in the Muse du Moyen ge de Cluny, in Paris
The four elements; bas-relief from the Italo-German School, in the Muse du Moyen ge de Cluny, in Paris France Paris, Muse du Moyen Age de Cluny Low Relief, Basrelief Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:XVI sec.. Artist:Italian-German School
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-025206-0000
Media ID 33121178
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Apollo Ceres Demeter Cloud Divinity Earth Fanciful Animal Fire Literature And Fiction Meteorological Neptune Poseidon Ship Water Abstract Concept And Symbol By Water Concept Or Subject Expressed Greco Roman Natural Elements And Phenomena
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The Four Elements - A Captivating Bas-Relief from the Italo-German School in Paris
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. Step into the enchanting world of Renaissance art with this photograph of "The Four Elements" bas-relief, housed in the Muse du Moyen ge de Cluny in Paris. This exquisite artwork, created by the Italian-German School during the 16th century, beautifully depicts the abstract concepts and symbols of air, water, fire, and earth. As you gaze upon this low relief masterpiece captured by Alinari Fratelli around 1920-1930, you are transported to a realm where mythological divinities come alive. Apollo stands tall as a representation of air while Poseidon (Neptune) commands attention as he emerges from water. The presence of Ceres (Demeter) symbolizes earth's fertility and abundance. Intricate details bring life to these elements; wispy clouds swirl above Apollo's head while fanciful animals frolic amidst flowing waves beneath Poseidon's feet. A majestic ship gracefully sails across the waters—a scene that evokes both transportation and exploration. This artwork not only showcases artistic brilliance but also pays homage to Greco-Roman mythology which greatly influenced Renaissance-Baroque styles during Europe's first and second millenniums AD. The fusion of these periods is evident through its intricate design and masterful execution. Immerse yourself in this visual narrative that transcends time—an allegorical representation capturing nature's wonders alongside human imagination. Its significance lies not only within literature and fiction but also within our collective understanding of existence itself. "The Four Elements" bas-relief invites us to ponder our connection with nature—its power over us and our impact on it. Let it inspire awe for Earth’s natural phenomena while reminding us that we too are part of this grand tapestry called life.
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