Artwork
Clelia crossing the Tiber on a horse
Clelia crossing the Tiber on a horse is a fresco painting by Cristoforo Gherardi. It dates from 1542 and is held in the collection of the Capitoline Museums.
About this work
Overview
Clelia crossing the Tiber on a horse is a fresco by Cristoforo Gherardi, created around 1542. It is now part of the Capitoline Museums collection.
Subject & Meaning
The fresco depicts the legendary Roman heroine Clelia, who led a group of hostages to freedom by crossing the Tiber River on horseback. The scene shows Clelia on a white horse, surrounded by onlookers on the shore, with trees and buildings in the background.
Technique & Style
Executed in fresco, the painting is characterized by a classical feel, achieved through its style and color palette. The circular composition is framed by a black and gold border, adding to its distinctive appearance.
History & Provenance
Gherardi, also known as il Doceno, was a late-Renaissance or Mannerist artist active in Florence and Tuscany during the mid-16th century. His work on Clelia crossing the Tiber on a horse reflects his artistic style during this period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Cristofano or Cristoforo Gherardi, also known as il Doceno, (November 25, 1508 – April 1556) was an Italian painter of the late-Renaissance or Mannerist period, active mainly in Florence and Tuscany.
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