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The Persian Sibyl

By: Guercino

Uploaded By: Make MyArts

Art Number: AB02617

Rs.341

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The Artist of this Painting is Guercino (1591–1666). For the details about License of this Painting, Please refer to the following links.

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Description:

This evocative painting by Guercino depicts the Persian Sibyl, one of the prophetic figures from classical antiquity later incorporated into Christian eschatology. She is portrayed as a young woman with a pensive expression, resting her head on her hand as she appears to be writing or contemplating her prophecies. She wears a turban-like head covering and richly colored garments, including a reddish-pink outer robe and a blue and white undergarment. A book inscribed "SIBYLLA PERSICA" (Persian Sibyl) rests on the table before her, along with an inkwell and a quill in her hand. The background is dark and undefined, focusing the viewer's attention on the Sibyl and her act of writing. Guercino's use of soft light and shadow creates a contemplative and mysterious atmosphere around this figure of ancient wisdom and prophecy.

Resource Type : Paintings

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