Artist: Sandro Botticelli
Style: Italian Renaissance
Date: 1495
Museum: Uffizi Gallery (Florence, Italy)
Technique: Oil
Discover the fascinating story behind The Calumny of Apelles, a masterpiece by Italian Renaissance artist Sandro Botticelli.
A Tale of Deception and Injustice
Based on the description of an ancient lost painting by Greek painter Apelles, this tempera panel painting was completed in approximately 1494-95. It is now housed in the prestigious Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.
The Calumny of Apelles illustrates a tale of deception and injustice, featuring personifications of vices or virtues. The main figures include a king, a victim, and various characters representing calumny (slander), whispering, accusing, and testifying.
Botticelli's Masterful Technique
Known for his linear grace and early Renaissance style, Botticelli expertly captures the emotional intensity of each character. His use of tempera on wood highlights the expressive faces and intricate details, making this painting a true masterpiece.
A Testament to Botticelli's Artistic Evolution
The Calumny of Apelles is significant as it represents Botticelli's final painting with a mythological subject. His later works show a return to a more Gothic or "archaic" style, diverging from the High Renaissance trends of Leonardo da Vinci and his contemporaries.
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