Home > Europe > France > Paris > Sights > Louvre
Minerva Expelling the Vices from the Garden of Virtue. Artist: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Minerva Expelling the Vices from the Garden of Virtue. Artist: Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506)
Minerva Expelling the Vices from the Garden of Virtue. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 15022314
© Fine Art Images
Abundance Acedia Affluence Andrea 1431 1506 Anger Avarice Avaritia Caritas Castitas Chance Charity Chastity Cornucopia Covetousness Depts Despair Diligence Envy Extravagance Gluttony Greed Hubris Humanitas Humilitas Humility Industria Kindness Lechery Lust Luxuria Luxuriancy Mantegna Money Opulence Patience Patientia Pride Prosperity Repentant Riche Riches Richness S Gula School Of Mantua Seven Deadly Sin Seven Virtues Sick Sinful Sinner Sloth Stinginess Tempera On Canvas Temperance Temperantia Vainglory Vanity Vices Virtues Weak Wealth Wealthiness Wrath Allegory And Literature
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Renaissance Art
> Arts
> Artists
> I
> Italian School Italian School
> Arts
> Artists
> M
> Andrea Mantegna
> Arts
> Literature
> Europe
> France
> Paris
> Museums
> The Louvre
> Europe
> France
> Paris
> Sights
> Louvre
> Europe
> Italy
> Heritage Sites
> Mantua and Sabbioneta
> Europe
> Italy
> Lombardy
> Mantua
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the masterpiece "Minerva Expelling the Vices from the Garden of Virtue" by renowned artist Andrea Mantegna. The painting, now housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, depicts a powerful allegory of good triumphing over evil. In this scene, Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom and warfare, stands tall and resolute amidst a lush garden. She is surrounded by an array of vices that threaten to corrupt humanity: money, vanity, lust, greed, sinfulness, despair, and more. With her spear raised high and her gaze fixed on righteousness, Minerva forcefully expels these negative forces from the sacred grounds. Mantegna's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke of this Renaissance artwork. The vibrant colors and intricate composition bring life to each character representing both virtues and vices. From chastity to charity and diligence to patience - all are personified within this visual narrative. The painting serves as a reminder that even in times of temptation or weakness; there is always hope for redemption through virtuous living. It symbolizes mankind's constant struggle between vice and virtue while emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and moral growth. As we admire this fine art image steeped in mythology and literature influences; we are transported back to Italy during its prosperous Renaissance era. Mantegna's skillful use of tempera on canvas showcases his mastery as part of the School of Mantua. This print allows us to appreciate
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
