Triumph of Cybele 1504 - 1514

The "Triumph of Cybele" is a tempera on poplar panel painting by Pinturicchio, an Italian painter known for his frescoes. Created between 1504 and 1514, the work depicts the Roman goddess Cybele, often portrayed as the mother of the gods, riding in a chariot drawn by lions. Cybele is depicted wearing a red robe and a crown, holding a scepter in her hand. The painting is notable for its vibrant colors, detailed landscape background, and portrayal of the ancient deity in a majestic and powerful pose. The work is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and offers insight into Pinturicchio’s mastery of Renaissance art and the continued interest in classical mythology during the period.