Who painted Bacchus and Ariadne?

Bacchus and Ariadne was painted by Henry Bone in 1810.

Where can I see Bacchus and Ariadne?

Bacchus and Ariadne is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Bacchus and Ariadne?

Bacchus and Ariadne is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Bacchus and Ariadne

Henry Bone , 1810

Bacchus and Ariadne is an unspecified portrait miniature by the Romanticist artist Henry Bone. It dates from 1810 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

This enamel on copper miniature, Bacchus and Ariadne, is a reproduction of Titian's painting of the same subject. Created by Henry Bone over a period of three years, it is notable for its large size and technical complexity.

Technique & Style

The work required multiple firings in a kiln at varying temperatures to achieve the desired colors. This painstaking process allowed Bone to achieve a high level of detail and fidelity to the original painting.

History & Provenance

The piece was initially intended for display at the Royal Academy exhibition in 1811, but was instead shown privately to the Prince of Wales. Following the prince's decision not to purchase it, Bone hosted over 4,000 visitors to his studio to view the work.

Context

The elaborate frame, specially designed for the enamel, reflects the cultural value placed on reproductions of famous paintings during this period.

Artist & collection

Artist

Henry Bone

Henry Bone (6 February 1755 – 17 December 1834) was an English enamel painter. By c. 1800 he had attracted royal patronage for his portrait miniatures This patronage continued throughout the reigns of three monarchs;…