Artwork

Allegory of Tuscany

Allegory of Tuscany, by Sebastiano Ricci, oil, 1707
Allegory of Tuscany, by Sebastiano Ricci, oil, 1707

Allegory of Tuscany is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Sebastiano Ricci. It dates from 1707 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Allegory of Tuscany is a 1707 oil painting by Sebastiano Ricci, an Italian artist known for his dynamic style. The work is part of the Uffizi Gallery's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting is an allegory, featuring a central figure surrounded by others amidst clouds and a blue sky. The scene is rich in symbolism, with various elements contributing to its overall meaning.

Technique & Style

Ricci's use of oil paint allows for vivid colors and varied textures. Visible brushstrokes in some areas contrast with smoother, blended sections, creating depth and visual interest. The work blends Baroque and Rococo influences, reflecting Ricci's distinctive style.

History & Provenance

Created in 1707, Allegory of Tuscany is now held in the Uffizi Gallery. Sebastiano Ricci, the artist, was also the uncle and early teacher of Marco Ricci, a landscape painter.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Sebastiano Ricci

Artist

Sebastiano Ricci

Sebastiano Ricci (1 August 1659 – 15 May 1734) was an Italian Baroque painter of the late Baroque period in Venetian painting.

Uffizi Gallery

Museum

Uffizi Gallery

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