Is Jupiter under copyright?

No, this artwork is in the public domain.

JupiterAgostino CarracciNone

Palazzo Ducale del Giardino

Vault, eastern square. The Hall of Loves of Jupiter, whose name identifies the subject represented in the varoius painted scenes, the love presented in different type (OMNIA VINCET AMOR-LOVE CONQUERS EVERYTHING), was painted and painted in stuccoes, respectively, by Agostino Carracci (Bolonia 1557-Parma 1602) and Giovanni Bosco. Speaking of this last person, Giovanni, there are some circumstances that are not clear: was often substitued by Luca Rieti, artist of stuccoes who realized in Parma some statues for the Teatro Farnese. Speaking of Carracci

Agostino Carracci (1557 – 1602)

Agostino Carracci (1557-1602) was an Italian Baroque painter & printmaker, co-founder of the Accademia degli Incamminati. Known for frescoes, portraits & challenging Mannerism with a focus on naturalism. Brother of Annibale Carracci.

Palazzo Ducale del Giardino (Parma, Italy)

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About this artwork

Title: Jupiter
Artist: Agostino Carracci
Format: Landscape
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: Palazzo Ducale del Giardino
Color palette: Earthy
Main color: Quinacridone Magenta

Questions & Answers

Did "Jupiter" stay in its artist's homeland?

Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. Agostino Carracci was born in Italy, and the original "Jupiter" is held in a museum in Italy.

Is "Jupiter" by Agostino Carracci in the public domain, and why?

"Jupiter" by Agostino Carracci is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Agostino Carracci died in 1602.

Does "Jupiter" show strong light-dark contrasts?

"Jupiter" by Agostino Carracci shows a gentle contrast between its light and dark areas.