

Plate with the reconciliation of Cupid and Minerva
This is a painting of a scene featuring a young, winged figure reaching out to a robed woman. The round plate shows a colorful, intricate scene with a winged cherubic figure and a woman dressed in a flowing garment. The background displays a landscape with a twisted tree shape, rolling hills, and a detailed village under a sunset or dawn sky with hues of orange, blue, and pink. The style resembles the work of Renaissance artist Luca della Robbia, known for vibrant colors and intricate detailing typical of painted maiolica ware from that period.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1525
- Medium
- tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)
- Dimensions
- 10878 × 10777 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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