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Paris Bordone (1500-1571) - Athena Scorning the Advances of Hephaestus (c. 1555-1560); Oil on canvas, Kress Study Collection (copied text)~~ The Venetian painter Paris Bordone was an important mid-sixteenth century Mannerist artist. He received prestigious commissions from the Venetian government, wealthy merchants, and nobles. Like most Mannerists, he focused attention on beautiful compositions and elegant original poses in his work. Although the original patron and setting for Athena Scorning the Advances of Hephaestus is unknown, scholars suggest that it may have been part of a decorative mural cycle on the walls or ceiling of a Venetian house. ~~(source: maa.missouri . edu)
Posted on: Thu, 14 Aug 2014 04:11:51 +0000

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