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The fall of Phaeton
The fall of Phaeton. Found in the Collection of Museo Civico, Belluno
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Media ID 15038606
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Ancient Literature Metamorphoses Museo Civico Ovid Phaethon Phaeton Ricci Sebastiano 1659 1734 Venetian School Ancient Greek Belluno Greek Mythology
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Experience the captivating tale of ancient mythology with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring "The Fall of Phaeton." This breathtaking image, sourced from Heritage Images and found in the esteemed collection of Museo Civico in Belluno, Italy, beautifully illustrates the legendary moment when Phaeton lost control of the sun chariot, causing chaos and destruction on Earth. Bring this timeless myth to life in your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for inspiring imagination and adding a touch of history and culture to any space.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "The fall of Phaeton" a mesmerizing painting found in the Collection of Museo Civico, Belluno, Italy. The artwork depicts a scene from Greek mythology, specifically from Ovid's Metamorphoses. Painted in the rococo style by Venetian artist Sebastiano Ricci (1659-1734), this oil on canvas masterpiece is an exquisite example of fine art. In ancient Greek mythology, Phaeton was the son of Helios, the sun god. Eager to prove his divine lineage, he begged his father to let him drive the sun chariot across the sky for one day. Reluctantly granting his wish, Helios warned Phaeton about the dangers and advised him to follow a specific path. However, consumed by pride and unable to control the fiery horses pulling the chariot, Phaeton lost control and plummeted towards Earth. Ricci's interpretation captures this tragic moment with remarkable detail and emotion. The dramatic composition portrays Phaeton desperately clinging onto reins as chaos unfolds around him – celestial bodies collide while gods and nymphs watch helplessly from above. "The fall of Phaeton" not only exemplifies Ricci's exceptional talent but also serves as an allegory for human ambition and its consequences when unchecked. This painting beautifully combines elements of ancient literature with artistic mastery to create a timeless piece that continues to captivate viewers today. As we admire this stunning print from Heritage Images, we
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