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Latona turning the Lycian peasants into frogs. Creator: Vassallo, Antonio Maria (ca. 1620-1664/73)
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Latona turning the Lycian peasants into frogs. Creator: Vassallo, Antonio Maria (ca. 1620-1664/73)
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Metamorphoses Ovid School Of Genoa Latona Leto
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In this Baroque masterpiece by the Genoese painter Antonio Maria Vassallo (ca. 1620-1664/73), we witness the mythological tale of Latona and the Lycian peasants unfold. Based on the account from Ovid's Metamorphoses, the scene depicts Latona, the goddess of hunting and childbirth, seeking revenge against the insolent peasants of Lycia who had ridiculed her and her children while she was nursing. With a fierce gaze and an outstretched hand, Latona, here portrayed as a regal and determined figure, transforms the mocking peasants into frogs as punishment. The peasants are shown in various stages of metamorphosis, their human forms melting away into amphibian shapes. The transformation is depicted with intricate detail and vivid colors, showcasing Vassallo's exceptional skill as a painter. The painting is filled with allegorical elements, such as the presence of Leto, Latona's mother, who looks on in sympathy, and the surrounding landscape, which represents the wild and untamed power of nature. The use of chiaroscuro and dramatic lighting further emphasizes the intensity of the scene, making it a truly captivating work of art. This oil on canvas painting, a testament to the rich artistic tradition of Italy during the Baroque period, is a visual representation of the transformative power of mythology and the consequences of mocking the gods.
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