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Feast of the Gods - The Marriage of Peleus and Thetis

Hans Rottenhammer , 1550

Feast of the Gods - The Marriage of Peleus and Thetis, by Hans Rottenhammer, oil, 1550
Feast of the Gods - The Marriage of Peleus and Thetis, by Hans Rottenhammer, oil, 1550

Feast of the Gods - The Marriage of Peleus and Thetis is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Hans Rottenhammer. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum. This small oil painting, created by Johann Rottenhammer around 1600, exemplifies the Mannerist style.

About this work

Overview

This small oil painting, created by Johann Rottenhammer around 1600, exemplifies the Mannerist style. It depicts a lively scene from mythology, showcasing the artist's skill in intricate composition and detailed rendering.

Subject & Meaning

The painting illustrates the mythological wedding feast of Peleus and Thetis, a gathering of gods and goddesses. The scene is characterized by a joyful atmosphere, with figures seated, standing, and reclining around a laden table, conveying a sense of celebration and revelry.

Technique & Style

Rottenhammer's work is notable for its meticulous detail and refined execution on a miniature scale. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and energy, drawing the viewer's eye through the scene and highlighting the varied expressions and postures of the figures.

Artist & collection

Artist

Hans Rottenhammer

Johann Rottenhammer, or Hans Rottenhammer (1564 – 14 August 1625), was a German painter. He specialized in highly finished paintings on a small scale.

Hermitage Museum

Museum

Hermitage Museum

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