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Sophonisba receiving the Cup of Poison, c. 1640 (oil on canvas)
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Sophonisba receiving the Cup of Poison, c. 1640 (oil on canvas)
827759 Sophonisba receiving the Cup of Poison, c.1640 (oil on canvas) by Preti, Mattia (Il Calabrese) (1613-99); 86x165.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sophonisba receiving the Cup of Poison. Mattia Preti (Il Calabrese) (1613-1699). Oil on canvas. Painted circa 1640. 86 x 165.7cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22739772
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1640 1640s Baroque Era Carthage Dark Drinking Utensil Famous Person Historical Figure Historical Personality Household Equipment Italian Art Italian Artist Kitchenware Mature Mature Adult Maturity Mid 17th Century Mid Seventeenth Century Middle Aged Noblewoman Old Master Paintings Old Woman Old Women Olden Time Panoramic Image Poison Poisonous Receiving Sophonisba Titled Person Tray Using Hands Yellow Mattia Preti Preti Societies Young Woman
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This print captures the dramatic moment of Sophonisba receiving the Cup of Poison, as depicted in Mattia Preti's oil on canvas masterpiece. Painted around 1640, this Baroque artwork showcases the artist's skillful use of color and composition to convey a powerful narrative. In this scene, we see a noblewoman standing outdoors, surrounded by lush greenery. She is elegantly dressed in rich yellow garments that contrast with the dark background, emphasizing her importance within the composition. A young boy stands beside her holding a tray with a cup filled with poison. Sophonisba's posture suggests both resignation and determination as she reaches out to accept her fate. The side view allows us to witness her emotional turmoil while maintaining an air of mystery surrounding this historical figure. The painting transports us back to Carthage during ancient times when Sophonisba faced an impossible choice - drink the poison or face capture by enemy forces. This image serves as a poignant reminder of sacrifice and tragedy in human history. Displayed in a private collection, this artwork continues to captivate viewers with its masterful execution and timeless subject matter. It is no wonder that Preti's work has become renowned among old master paintings, solidifying his place as one of Italy's most esteemed artists from the seventeenth century.
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