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Artemisia Building the Mausolaeum, c. 1640 (oil on canvas)
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Artemisia Building the Mausolaeum, c. 1640 (oil on canvas)
3930874 Artemisia Building the Mausolaeum, c.1640 (oil on canvas) by Vouet, Simon (1590-1649); 161x139 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Artemisia was the sister-wife of King Mausollos (d. 352 BC) and succeeded him as ruler in Caria (southwestern Turkey). The huge tomb at Halicarnassus which she built with Greek architects Satyros and Pythius of Priene became known as one of the seven wonders of the world
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Media ID 22542504
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This print showcases Simon Vouet's masterpiece, "Artemisia Building the Mausolaeum". Painted in c. 1640, this oil on canvas artwork measures 161x139 cm and is currently housed at the National Museum in Stockholm, Sweden. The painting depicts Artemisia, the sister-wife of King Mausollos (d. 352 BC), as she mournfully oversees the construction of a grand mausoleum. Designed by Greek architects Satyros and Pythius of Priene, this architectural marvel would later become one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. In this Baroque-style painting, we witness Artemisia's grief-stricken expression as she holds a set square—a symbol of her involvement in every detail of its design. As both widow and queen ruling over Caria (southwestern Turkey), she took it upon herself to honor her late husband with an extraordinary tomb at Halicarnassus. Vouet masterfully captures the complexity and magnitude of this project through his meticulous brushstrokes. The vibrant colors bring life to each figure involved in constructing this wonderous structure that has captivated audiences for centuries. Through this print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, viewers can appreciate not only Vouet's artistic talent but also gain insight into Artemisia's determination to create a lasting tribute to her beloved husband within the ancient world.
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