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Geometry, 1760 (fresco transferred to canvas)
3618016 Geometry, 1760 (fresco transferred to canvas) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 370.8 x 147 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: and Girolamo Mengozzi (called Colonna) (Venetian, 1688-c.1766)
Fresco from the Palazzo Valle-Marchesini-Sala in Vicenza suggesting a sculptural relief of the liberal arts
See also XOS 3618013, 3618014, 3618015 and 3618017.); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22448172
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Columns Geometry Liberal Mason Masonic Mathematical Pillars Plinth Rococo Trickery Trompe L Oeil Trompe Loeil Vicenza Allegorical
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This print showcases "Geometry, 1760" a stunning fresco transferred to canvas by the renowned Italian artists Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and Girolamo Mengozzi. The artwork measures an impressive 370.8 x 147 cm and is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, USA. Originally part of the Palazzo Valle-Marchesini-Sala in Vicenza, this fresco suggests a sculptural relief depicting the liberal arts. It exudes a baroque charm with its intricate pillars and columns that create a sense of grandeur. The allegorical representation of geometry takes center stage, emphasizing its importance as one of the fundamental disciplines within the arts. The trompe l'oeil technique employed by Tiepolo and Mengozzi adds depth to the painting, making it appear almost three-dimensional. This clever trickery enhances the overall visual impact, drawing viewers into its mesmerizing world. With its rich symbolism and masterful execution, this artwork exemplifies both rococo and Venetian artistic traditions. Its portrayal of geometry as an essential element within education and intellectual pursuits reflects the cultural values prevalent during that period. As we admire this exquisite piece from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded not only of Italy's artistic legacy but also how art can transcend time and space to inspire us today.
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