Series of the Four Parts of the World. Asia 

This painting by Luca Giordano depicts Asia, the personification of the continent, as a crowned woman seated on a camel and surrounded by its peoples. The image showcases the characteristically dynamic, energetic style of the artist, a leading figure of the Neapolitan Baroque school. The scene is filled with movement, both in the figures and in the swirling clouds in the sky above. Giordano's use of dramatic light and color further intensifies the overall vibrancy of the composition. The work is part of a series depicting the four continents, known as "Series of the Four Parts of the World," a testament to the enduring fascination with geographic exploration and representation in art.