The Feast of the Gods 1604
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"The Feast of the Gods" is a 1604 silver relief by Paulus Willemsz. van Vianen depicting a scene of a banquet in a wooded setting. The scene depicts a group of figures gathered around a table, some playing music, others eating and drinking. The composition is dynamic, and the figures are rendered with great detail. Vianen was a prolific goldsmith, and this work is a testament to his skill and artistry. This piece is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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In the centre foreground is the seated figure of Saturn, with a scythe and an hourglass. His wife, Rhea, is at the far right. With their sons Jupiter (ruler of the sky), Pluto (ruler of the underworld) and Neptune (ruler of the sea) and other gods, they partake of a meal, which, however, does not seem in the least bit festive. The gloom cast over this scene clouds our understanding of its meaning.
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