What is the thematic context of Allegorical Tomb of the Duke of Devonshire?

classical roman echoes, baroque drama & scale, power, mortality, time, devonshire patronage, religious symbolism subtle, artist's monumental style

What topics does Allegorical Tomb of the Duke of Devonshire explore?

roman ruins, duke of devonshire, baroque art, historical figures, decay, grandeur, atmospheric perspective, classical architecture

Is Allegorical Tomb of the Duke of Devonshire under copyright?

No, this artwork is in the public domain.

Artwork Info: Allegorical Tomb of the Duke of Devonshire

Allegorical Tomb of the Duke of Devonshire

Baroque

Sebastiano Ricci (1659 – 1734)

Sebastiano Ricci (1659-1734) was a leading Venetian Baroque painter known for his luminous frescoes, grand manner style & vigorous compositions. Explore works like 'Bacchus and Ariadne' and discover the legacy of this influential Italian artist.

About this artwork

Title: Allegorical Tomb of the Duke of Devonshire
Artist: Sebastiano Ricci
Format: Portrait
Copyright status: Public domain
Corpus context: mortality, power
Color palette: Neutrals
Keywords: 17th century art, tomb chapel art, oil painting art
Color intensity: Balanced
Topics: duke of devonshire, grandeur, historical figures

Allegorical Tomb of the Duke of Devonshire

Sebastiano Ricci (1659 – 1734)

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