Autumn
circa 1740 National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.
About this artwork
This painting is one in a series of works depicting the Four Seasons, rendered in the light, decorative style characteristic of late Italian Baroque and early Rococo art. It features an abundance of mythological figures and seasonal iconography associated with the harvest.
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Corrado Giaquinto was a highly influential Italian painter whose work bridged the late Baroque and the budding Rococo style, serving as a court painter in both Rome and Madrid. His ability to create light, airy compositions with rich allegorical themes made him a favorite among the European aristocracy of the 18th century.
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Autumn
Corrado Giaquinto, circa 1740
