Athena Introducing the Personification of Painting into the Circle of the Liberal Arts

c. 1600

Circle of Hans Jakob Bayr

Associated Names
Hans Jakob Bayr

Related Artist, German, 1574 - 1628

The sculpture is a relief depicting a classical scene with various figures in an outdoor setting. The central figures are gathered around a table or altar, with two women in the foreground, one holding a mirror and the other seated. Other figures are engaged in different activities behind them, including sitting and standing. Animals, such as a flying bird, are depicted above. The background includes architectural elements like columns, along with a landscape featuring trees and distant buildings. The circular sculpture is made of a material resembling bronze, giving it a metallic brown appearance. The relief is highly detailed with intricate carvings, reflecting inspiration from classical art.

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Provenance

Lisa and Leonard Baskin, Leeds, Massachusetts; gift 1992 to NGA.

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Wikidata ID

Q63860678

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