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Sun (from the Tarocchi, series A: Firmaments of the Universe, #44)

Sun (from the Tarocchi, series A: Firmaments of the Universe, #44) 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.

About this work

Overview

This engraving, titled 'Sun', is part of the 'Firmaments of the Universe' (Series A) within the Tarocchi group, a collection exploring classical astronomy and celestial hierarchy.

Subject & Meaning

The print personifies the Sun as a male figure (Helios, Greek God of the Sun) steering a celestial chariot with four horses. The scene alludes to the myth of Phaeton, Helios' son, who lost control of the chariot and fell to earth, depicted here amidst an imaginary landscape with a scorpion in the Sun's gaze.

Technique & Style

The engraving features a detailed, dynamic composition with the Sun in profile, holding a sun-face, set against a sky with horses rendered in motion, showcasing the artist's attention to mythological and astronomical detail.

History & Provenance

Part of the Tarocchi series (Series A), specifics on the engraving's creation date and artist are not provided in the given context, though it is known to be housed at the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Context

Created as part of a broader astronomical and mythological series, 'Sun' reflects Renaissance interests in classical mythology and the pre-Copernican celestial model.

Legacy

As a piece of the Tarocchi series, it contributes to the historical record of astronomical understanding and mythological representation in Renaissance art, with the Cleveland Museum of Art offering resources for further study on similar works.