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La Vestale Tuccia col Setaccio e Donna che Beve (The Vestal Virgin Tuccia with a Sieve and a Woman Drinking)

By: Andrea Mantegna

Uploaded By: Swagart Art Gallery

Art Number: AB00492

Rs.940

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The Artist of this Painting is a Andrea Mantegna(1445 - 1527). For the details about License of this Painting, Please refer to the following links.

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Andrea Mantegna, La Vestale Tuccia col Setaccio e Donna che Beve (The Vestal Virgin Tuccia with a Sieve and a Woman Drinking), tempera and gold on canvas, 1495-1506 ca.
In this enigmatic Renaissance allegory, Mantegna masterfully combines classical symbolism and vivid realism. The central figure, a Vestal Virgin clad in golden robes, sits serenely holding a sieve, representing her virtuous purity. Above her, a verdant tree bursts forth from an ornate vase, its branches intertwined with scrolls bearing Latin inscriptions. In the background, a woman drinks from a stream, alluding to the nourishing essence of truth and wisdom. Mantegna's exquisite use of color and meticulous detail, from the rich drapery folds to the intricate foliage, elevate this work beyond mere representation, imbuing it with a profound sense of moral and intellectual depth. Through this luminous canvas, the artist invites viewers to contemplate the enduring ideals of chastity, knowledge, and the eternal quest for enlightenment.

Resource Type : Paintings

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