Fortitude and Justice 1743

"Fortitude and Justice" is a 1743 painting by the renowned Italian artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo (1696-1770). It depicts the personifications of the titular virtues, Fortitude and Justice, seated on clouds, with a cherub holding an olive branch below. This work exemplifies Tiepolo's signature style, characterized by a light and airy palette, dynamic compositions, and a sense of grandeur. The work showcases Tiepolo's exceptional mastery of perspective and figure drawing, creating an illusion of depth and movement, making this a captivating example of Rococo art.