Bireno and Olimpia 1640 - 1650

"Bireno and Olimpia" is a bronze sculpture created by Ferdinando Tacca between 1640 and 1650. It is housed at the Art Institute of Chicago and depicts the tragic Greek myth of Bireno and Olimpia. In the sculpture, Bireno, a handsome young man, stands over Olimpia, who reclines on a couch. The sculpture is a testament to Tacca's talent for depicting human emotion and the fleeting nature of love. The Baroque style of the artwork is evident in the dramatic composition and expressive figures.