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The Calydonian Boar Hunt, c. 1611-2 (oil on panel)
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The Calydonian Boar Hunt, c. 1611-2 (oil on panel)
XOS1765306 The Calydonian Boar Hunt, c.1611-2 (oil on panel) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 59.2x89.7 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Ovid writes in Metamorphoses that the goddess Artemis (Diana) sent a fierce boar to ravage Calydon when king Oeneus did not honour her with enough gifts. His son Meleager gathered warriors, including Atalanta, to hunt it down and he kills it with his spear. ); Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 12742190
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Arrow Artemis Atalanta Caledonian Diana Hound Huntress Kill Meleager Metamorphoses Ovid
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This print captures the intensity and drama of "The Calydonian Boar Hunt" a masterpiece by Peter Paul Rubens. Painted in 1611-2, this oil on panel artwork showcases the legendary tale from Ovid's Metamorphoses. According to the myth, Artemis (Diana), feeling slighted by King Oeneus' lack of offerings, unleashed a fearsome boar upon Calydon. In response, Meleager, Oeneus' son, rallied a group of skilled warriors led by Atalanta to confront this monstrous creature. The painting depicts Meleager delivering the fatal blow with his spear as the boar thrashes in agony. Rubens skillfully portrays the chaos and excitement of this epic hunt. The composition is filled with action: horses gallop wildly while hounds fiercely attack their prey. Amidst it all stands Meleager, embodying heroism and determination as he faces off against this formidable adversary. "The Calydonian Boar Hunt" symbolizes not only bravery but also serves as an allegory for honoring divine powers appropriately. It highlights the consequences that can arise when respect is withheld from deities such as Artemis. Displayed at J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, USA, this Flemish masterpiece continues to captivate viewers with its rich storytelling and dynamic brushwork. Through Rubens' masterful technique and attention to detail, we are transported into a world where gods and mortals collide
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