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Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy (fresco) (detail of 170577)
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Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy (fresco) (detail of 170577)
MAE267638 Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy (fresco) (detail of 170577) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Palacio Real de Madrid, Spain; ePaul Maeyaert; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23177878
© Paul Maeyaert / Bridgeman Images
Ceiling Painting Coronation Crowning Divine Right Glorification Glorifying Glory Neptune Pillar Poseidon Trompe L Oeil Trompe Loeil Exaltation Monarch
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail of Tiepolo's "Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy" fresco, found in the Palacio Real de Madrid, Spain. The artist, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) Tiepolo, masterfully depicts the coronation and exaltation of the Spanish monarchy in this celestial scene. In this particular section of the painting, we witness Poseidon himself bestowing his divine blessing upon the monarchs. Surrounded by billowing clouds and bathed in ethereal light, they are crowned with regal splendor as angels hover above them. This grandiose display symbolizes their glorification and emphasizes their divine right to rule. Tiepolo's use of trompe l'oeil technique creates an illusionary effect that blurs the lines between reality and artistry. The meticulously painted details make it difficult to discern where heaven ends and earth begins. Beyond its aesthetic beauty, this artwork also offers a subtle nod to meteorology and climate science. The swirling clouds seem almost alive, hinting at nature's power over human affairs. Paul Maeyaert skillfully captured this breathtaking moment through his lens, preserving every intricate brushstroke for generations to come. As we gaze upon this photo print, we are transported into a world where kings and queens ascend towards heavenly heights amidst angelic adoration – a testament to both artistic mastery and historical significance.
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