"The Battle of the Amazons"
Workshop of Peter Paul Rubens (Siegen 1577-Antwerp 1640)
Oil on canvas
Contemporary lacquered and gilded frame
Circa 1630
Canvas dimensions 112 x 158 cm, frame 130 x 176 cm
Excellent condition
This magnificent large 17th-century canvas embodies all the characteristics of the most opulent Baroque painting in an unparalleled manner.
An incredible vitality and extraordinary expressive force emanate from the countless figures animating the various scenes of the painting.
The movement is swirling and draws the viewer's gaze in a continuous search for new scenic details, all described with the intent of conveying dismay and wonder.
The tangle of naked bodies, some mutilated, conveys the extreme violence used in battle, and the terrified expressions of the horses are of rare intensity. It is precisely their anguished gazes that form the most thrilling moment of this spectacular composition.
The author of this great work demonstrates all his pictorial skills, imparting a great sense of movement and volume to all the protagonists.
The use of chiaroscuro is highlighted by an exceptional chromatic range with precise juxtapositions of warm and cool tones to achieve an effect of further vibrancy and three-dimensionality.
"The Battle of the Amazons" depicted here is clearly an excellent quality version of the very famous painting by Peter Paul Rubens exhibited in the Alte Pinakothek in Munich. The incredible success of this work prompted his workshop to reproduce it in other variations.
Art critics consider this masterpiece by the great Flemish Master a tribute to the genius of Leonardo da Vinci and his "Battle of Anghiari."
The painting is in excellent condition and is still on its original canvas despite its large size.
The splendid coloring has remained unchanged over time, confirming the use of high-quality pigments, common in the most important and established workshops.
The beautiful contemporary black lacquer frame with gilded ribbons perfectly completes the work.
A painting of the highest level and with an extraordinary wall effect.
It is a work of great importance destined to fill a large living room with emotion.
We provide a certificate of authenticity in accordance with the law, with a detailed descriptive sheet.
All photographic details of the work can be found on the private website - link:
https://www.antichitaischia.it/it/prodotto/la-battaglia-delle-amazzoni
Price negotiable and personalized payment
