Artwork

The Triumph of Amphitrite

The Triumph of Amphitrite, by Luca Cambiaso, 1504
The Triumph of Amphitrite, by Luca Cambiaso, 1504

The Triumph of Amphitrite is a print by the Renaissance artist Luca Cambiaso. It dates from 1504 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Triumph of Amphitrite is a print by Luca Cambiaso, created around 1504, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts Amphitrite, a mythological figure, at its center, surrounded by other figures and sea creatures, conveying a sense of drama and energy through its composition.

Technique & Style

The arrangement of figures creates a dynamic scene, drawing the viewer's eye to Amphitrite. The use of sfumato, a technique that blends colors to create a soft, hazy effect, is characteristic of the style employed in this work.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Luca Cambiaso

Artist

Luca Cambiaso

Luca Cambiaso was an Italian painter and draughtsman and the leading artist in Genoa in the 16th century.

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