Art and Art History Collection (Saskia)

Calumny of Apelles (detail)

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Publisher

Saskia, Ltd., Cultural Documentation

Abstract

Calumny, preceded by Jealousy, drags an innocent man to the judgment throne of Midas; Suspicion and Deceit whisper in Midas's ear, while Remorse gazes downcast at naked Truth. How distant these impassioned mortals are from Botticelli's legendary gods basking in the sun.

Keywords

Florence, Italy, Florence, Italy, Style: Italian Early Renaissance, School: Early Renaissance, Movement: Italian Early Renaissance, Italian, Painting;, Painting

Alt Text

A classical painting depicting a group of figures, including a statue of a warrior in the background. The scene features individuals in various poses and attire, with dramatic expressions and gestures.

Geographic Location

Florence (Italy); Florence (Italy)

Rights

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Media Type

Paintings; Pictures

Identifier

A01-LIF1768

Calumny of Apelles (detail)

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