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Oenone, 1460s (tempera on panel)
3077219 Oenone, 1460s (tempera on panel) by Martini, Francesco di Giorgio (1439-1502); 41.9x24.1 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Blessed with the gift of prophecy, Oenone warned her husband the Trojan prince Paris of the dire consequences of his pursuit of the beautiful Spartan queen, Helen.
This panel and one of Paris, both in armour, originally flanked a central panel illustrating the story of Paris and his first wife the nymph Oenone, forming a cassone, or wedding chest.
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This print showcases the exquisite artwork of Francesco di Giorgio Martini, depicting the legendary figure of Oenone. Painted in the 1460s using tempera on panel, this masterpiece measures 41.9x24.1 cm and is currently housed at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles. Oenone, a nymph blessed with prophetic abilities, stands as a tragic figure warning her husband Paris, a Trojan prince, about the disastrous consequences that would follow his pursuit of Helen, the beautiful queen of Sparta. This powerful portrayal captures Oenone's anguish and despair as she tries to prevent her husband from igniting the flames of war. Originally part of a larger composition known as a cassone or wedding chest, this panel was paired with another depicting Paris himself in armor. Together they flanked a central scene illustrating Paris' first marriage to Oenone before his fateful encounter with Helen. The attention to detail in this painting is remarkable; every brushstroke brings life to Oenone's flowing gown and intricate armor adorned with classical motifs. The artist skillfully merges Flemish and Italian influences within this wooden canvas by incorporating elements such as bows and shields. As we gaze upon this Renaissance gem, we are transported back to an era where mythology intertwines with history—a time when love and war collided amidst tales of gods and heroes.
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