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Fireplace with bas-relief depicting the story of Diana and Actaeon. The work, taken from a house in Chlons-sur-Marne, formerly in the Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny, is now preserved in the Muse de la Renaissance, Ecouen
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Fireplace with bas-relief depicting the story of Diana and Actaeon. The work, taken from a house in Chlons-sur-Marne, formerly in the Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny, is now preserved in the Muse de la Renaissance, Ecouen
Fireplace with bas-relief depicting the story of Diana and Actaeon. The work, taken from a house in Chlons-sur-Marne, formerly in the Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny, is now preserved in the Muse de la Renaissance, Ecouen France Paris, Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny Fireplace Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1920-1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:1560
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-025198-0000
Media ID 33121166
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Artemis Diana Basin Deer Divinity For Bathing Hydraulic Greco Roman
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This print showcases a magnificent fireplace adorned with a bas-relief depicting the timeless tale of Diana and Actaeon. Originally hailing from Chlons-sur-Marne, this exquisite work of art was once housed in the Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny but now finds its sanctuary in the Muse de la Renaissance in Ecouen, France. The fireplace itself is an architectural marvel, displaying elements of both Renaissance and Baroque styles. Its grandeur transports us back to Europe's First and Second Millennium A. D. , evoking a sense of history and cultural significance. The basin integrated into the structure hints at its original purpose for bathing, while also serving as a testament to hydraulic engineering prowess. Intriguingly, the bas-relief tells the story of Diana (also known as Artemis) and Actaeon. The scene captures Actaeon stumbling upon Diana while she bathes in her divine splendor. This mythological encounter between mortal man and goddess unfolds before our eyes through intricate details carved into stone. The composition masterfully juxtaposes male nudity with female divinity, exploring themes of vulnerability and power dynamics. It invites contemplation on human nature's relationship with higher beings - an enduring fascination throughout European culture. Alinari's photograph preserves this remarkable artwork for future generations to appreciate its beauty and historical value. Taken around 1920-1930, it immortalizes an artwork created during the Renaissance period around 1560. As we gaze upon this print by Alinari Fratelli, we are transported not only to Paris' Muse du Moyen-Age de Cluny but also deep into mythology-rich Europe's past. It serves as a reminder that art has always been intertwined with humanity's desire to understand ourselves within larger narratives - be they mythical or historical.
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