Artwork
Luna (from the Tarocchi, series A: Firmaments of the Universe, #41)
Luna (from the Tarocchi, series A: Firmaments of the Universe, #41) is a print by the Renaissance artist Master of the E-Series Tarocchi. It dates from 1467 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Luna is an engraving from the Tarocchi series A, Firmaments of the Universe.
About this work
Overview
Luna is an engraving from the Tarocchi series A, Firmaments of the Universe. It is one of ten prints representing celestial bodies and spheres in a cosmological hierarchy.
Subject & Meaning
The print personifies the Moon as a female figure guiding a horse-drawn chariot across the sky. She holds a crescent moon aloft, symbolizing her celestial role. The depiction reflects a classical astronomical understanding of the universe.
Technique & Style
The engraving features a dynamic scene with a charioteer and horses, conveying a sense of movement. The use of a chariot drawn by horses is a recurring motif in the artist's work, suggesting a consistent stylistic approach.
History & Provenance
Attributed to the Master of the E-Series Tarocchi, an Italian artist active in the 15th century, Luna is part of a larger series exploring cosmological themes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Master of the E-Series Tarocchi
Master of the E-Series Tarocchi (b. 1400) was an Italian artist.
Luna (Moon)
Mercury (from the Tarocchi, series A: Firmaments of the Universe, #42)
Genius of the World (from the Tarocchi, series B: Cosmic Principles & Virtues, #33)
Astrology (from the Tarocchi, series C: Liberal Arts, #29)
Venus (from the Tarocchi, series A: Firmaments of the Universe, #43)
Genius of the Sun (from the Tarocchi, series B: Cosmic Principles & Virtues, #31)
Urania (astronomy) (from the Tarocchi series D: Apollo and the Muses, #12)
The Angel of the Ninth Sphere (from the Tarocchi, series A: Firmaments of the Universe, #49)