Artwork
Aurora von Genien umgeben
Aurora von Genien umgeben is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Cecco Bravo. It dates from 1659 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
About this work
Overview
Aurora von Genien umgeben is a Baroque painting created by Italian artist Cecco Bravo in 1659. It is now held in the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a female figure, likely Aurora, surrounded by cherubs. She is adorned with a gold necklace and flowers, and is posed with her right arm raised and her left hand resting on a flowing white cloth.
Technique & Style
The work showcases the use of chiaroscuro, with a warm light illuminating the subject against a dark background. The overall effect is one of joy and celebration, characteristic of the Florentine Baroque style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Cecco Bravo (15 November 1601 – December 1661) was an Italian painter of the Florentine Baroque school. His true name was Francesco Montelatici.
