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The Rape of Europa

Simone Cantarini

Associated Names

Simone Cantarini

Artist, Pesarese, 1612 - 1648

This is an image of several cherubs flying around a woman who is resting against a bull adorned with floral garlands. The woman is draped in flowing fabric, and above the scene, cherubs are interacting with the fabric. The background features a landscape with clouds and faintly visible figures. The composition is intricately detailed with classical mythological themes.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching
Credit Line

Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Accession Number

1971.37.35
Catalogue Raisonné

Bartsch, no. 30, State i/ii

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

Wikidata ID

Q65512103

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