The Muse Urania 1647

"The Muse Urania" is a 1647 painting by Eustache Le Sueur, a French artist. The painting depicts Urania, the Muse of astronomy, seated with a celestial globe and a compass in hand. She points upwards to a sky filled with stars, symbolizing her role as the patron of the stars and constellations. The vivid colours and meticulous details highlight Le Sueur's ability to capture the beauty and wonder of the universe. The painting exemplifies the classical themes and stylistic elements of the Baroque period, which often explored subjects of mythology and science with a focus on artistic expression.