Juno, Mars and Cupid, set within an elaborate frame, from "Loves, Rages and Jealousies of Juno" 1531 - 1576
giuliobonasone
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print, engraving
drawing
allegory
mannerism
figuration
cupid
pencil drawing
history-painting
italian-renaissance
engraving
"Juno, Mars and Cupid" is a 16th-century engraving by Giulio Bonasone, showcasing the Roman mythological figures of Juno, Mars, and Cupid. This print, which is part of a series titled "Loves, Rages and Jealousies of Juno", depicts a scene filled with dramatic tension. The image is framed within an elaborate border, adding to the scene's complexity. The print's visual richness allows viewers to understand the drama of the scene: Juno, goddess of marriage, is seated while Mars, god of war, stands over them, his face stern. Cupid, the god of love, rests at Juno’s feet. This print demonstrates Bonasone's skills as a master engraver, and his talent for capturing the drama and intrigue of Roman mythology.
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