Atalanta and Meleager

Peter Paul Rubens

Created:

Movement:

1621

Baroque

key Notes:

Baroque dynamism, mythological narrative

Dimensions:

52 1/2 x 42 in. (133.4 x 106.7 cm)

medium:

Oil on wood

Difficulty:

Advanced

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story of the work:

"Atalanta and Meleager," painted by Peter Paul Rubens in 1621, depicts the mythological figures Atalanta and Meleager from Ovid's "Metamorphoses," illustrating their dramatic encounter during the Calydonian Boar Hunt. The work is characterized by Rubens' dynamic composition and vibrant use of color, reflecting his mastery of Baroque aesthetics and his interest in classical themes.

Description of the work:

"Atalanta and Meleager" by Peter Paul Rubens, created in 1621, depicts the mythological figures Atalanta and Meleager in a dynamic composition characterized by vibrant colors and dramatic lighting. The painting showcases Rubens' mastery of the human form and movement, with the figures rendered in a naturalistic style that emphasizes their muscularity and emotional intensity.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Metropolitan Museum of Art

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