Rinaldo and Armida 1753

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo's "Rinaldo and Armida" (1753) depicts a scene from Torquato Tasso's epic poem, "Jerusalem Delivered." The artwork showcases the passionate embrace of the Christian knight Rinaldo and the sorceress Armida, who tempts him with her beauty and magic. Tiepolo's masterful use of light and shadow, along with the dramatic composition, creates a captivating scene that highlights the intense emotions of the moment. This 18th-century masterpiece, now housed in the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, is a testament to Tiepolo's renowned mastery of Rococo painting.