Musizierende GenienFrançois Duquesnoy · 1650

  • Creation date1650
  • MuseumPicture Gallery Sanssouci
Das zweiteilige Relief zeigt auf der linken Seite eine Reihe von sieben singenden und musizierenden Putten, auf der rechten Seite fünf Putten, ebenfalls auf Wolken sitzend in lebhafter Gestik. König Friedrich II. von Preußen (1712-1786) erwarb das Relief zusammen mit der Sammlung Polignac 1742 und ließ es im Zusammenhang mit dem Ausbau der Bildergalerie als Supraporte im Kabinett einsetzen. Das Relief wird Katalog der Sammlung Polignac als aus der Schule des

François Duquesnoy (1597 – 1643)

François Duquesnoy (1597-1643): Flemish Baroque sculptor famed for his idealized Roman works, contrasting with Bernini's drama. Explore his art!

Picture Gallery Sanssouci (Potsdam, Germany)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Musizierende Genien
  • Artist: François Duquesnoy
  • Year: 1650
  • Format: Panoramic
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Picture Gallery Sanssouci
  • Main color: Putty
  • Color hue: Green to Violet Spectrum

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Why is the copyright status of "Musizierende Genien" what it is?

The copyright status of "Musizierende Genien" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1643.

Which artist is "Musizierende Genien" attributed to?

"Musizierende Genien" was created by François Duquesnoy. The information on this page describes François Duquesnoy's original work.

Can "Musizierende Genien" by François Duquesnoy, held at the Picture Gallery Sanssouci, be legally reproduced?

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What color harmony does "Musizierende Genien" by François Duquesnoy display?

"Musizierende Genien" by François Duquesnoy displays a unified palette color harmony.

In what year was "Musizierende Genien" by François Duquesnoy created?

"Musizierende Genien" dates from 1650. The date places the work within François Duquesnoy's career and its era.

How old was François Duquesnoy when creating "Musizierende Genien" in 1650?

François Duquesnoy made "Musizierende Genien" at the age of 53. The artist was born in 1597 and the work is dated 1650.

Where is "Musizierende Genien" by François Duquesnoy on display today?

You can see the original "Musizierende Genien" at the Picture Gallery Sanssouci, Potsdam, Germany.

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