Fotoreproductie van een schilderij met putti dansend om de boom van Proserpina naar Francesco Albani 1856 - 1881

This is a photographic reproduction of a painting showing putti dancing around the tree of Proserpina, after Francesco Albani. The artist is anonymous. Here, the celebration of youthful innocence and playful abandon, depicted through idealized cherubic figures, contrasts with the underlying narrative of Proserpina, whose story involves abduction and a forced transition from innocence to maturity. This tension reflects the complex intersection of desire, power, and the loss of innocence, themes resonant in both historical and contemporary contexts. The circular composition invites viewers to contemplate how societal expectations and power dynamics shape our understanding and experience of identity, particularly in the liminal spaces between childhood and adulthood. This image serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between joy and the inevitable encounter with life's darker realities.