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741458 Frontispiece allegorical illustration of the goddess Minerva from Les Panegyriques des Hommes Illustres de Notre Siecle by Puget de la Serre, 1655 (vellum) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Mazarine, Paris, France; (add.info.: Panegyrics of Illustrious men of Our Time, a work commissioned by Mazarin and intended to add lustre to his name. Panegyriques des hommes illustres de nostre siAcle, dediez A monseigneur l eminentissime cardinal Mazarin, par monsieur de La Serre, conseiller du Roy en ses conseils et historiographe de France. Cardinal Mazarin (1602-61); Jean Puget de la Serre (1600-65). Minerva is shown with her attributes of helmet and shield holding aloft the title of the book and standing on a pedestal with a motto taken from Odes III, Book 2 of Horace referring to virtue shining with untarnishable honours and Cardinal Mazarins coat of arms.); French, out of copyright
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This print showcases the frontispiece allegorical illustration of the goddess Minerva from Les Panegyriques des Hommes Illustres de Notre Siecle by Puget de la Serre, dating back to 1655. The artwork, created by an anonymous French artist from the 17th century, is currently housed in the prestigious Bibliotheque Mazarine in Paris, France. In this stunning depiction, Minerva stands proudly with her iconic helmet and shield while holding aloft the title of the book. She stands on a pedestal adorned with Cardinal Mazarin's coat of arms and a motto borrowed from Horace's Odes III, Book 2 that speaks of virtue shining with untarnishable honors. Commissioned by Cardinal Mazarin himself, Les Panegyriques des Hommes Illustres de Notre Siecle was intended to enhance his reputation and legacy. This frontispiece serves as a powerful propaganda tool for promoting both Mazarin's name and virtues. Minerva symbolizes wisdom, courage, and strategic warfare - qualities associated with both Athena in Greek mythology and Minerva in Roman mythology. Her presence here reinforces the idea that Cardinal Mazarin possesses these noble attributes. The intricate details captured within this print highlight not only its artistic brilliance but also its historical significance as it represents an era when panegyrics were used to celebrate eminent men of their time. This image offers us a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage preserved within Bibliotheque Mazarine while reminding us of the enduring power of symbolism and allegory throughout history.
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