Artwork
Evadne und Kapaneus
Evadne und Kapaneus is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Pietro Liberi. It dates from 1646 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Pietro Liberi's 1646 painting 'Evadne und Kapaneus' is a Baroque-era work held in the Alte Pinakothek. It depicts a dramatic scene from mythology.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows Evadne, a figure from mythology, surrounded by onlookers, with Kapaneus lying injured on the ground. Evadne's dynamic pose and the reactions of those around her convey a sense of tension and drama.
Technique & Style
Liberi's use of light and shadow creates a sense of emotional intensity, characteristic of Baroque painting. The composition is dynamic, with figures arranged to convey a sense of movement and energy.
History & Provenance
Created in 1646 by Venetian painter Pietro Liberi, the painting is a product of the early Baroque period in Italy. It is now part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pietro (Libertino) Liberi (1605 – 18 October 1687) was a Venetian painter of the Baroque era, active mainly in Venice and the Veneto.
