Fame 1536 - 1600

Luca Cambiaso captured Fame in ink, a figure soaring from the heavens to declare the glory of the heralded. The winged figure with two trumpets harkens back to classical antiquity. Trumpets, even in ancient times, have been instruments of proclamation, announcing victories or divine decrees. The figure, with its billowing drapery, might also be a symbol of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory. This motif, deeply embedded in our collective memory, has been reinterpreted through the ages, appearing in triumphal arches, Renaissance paintings, and even modern-day logos. Cambiaso's Fame engages us emotionally, appealing to our deep-seated desires for recognition and remembrance. The drawing taps into the subconscious, evoking a yearning to be part of something larger than ourselves. The image suggests that fame transcends time, echoing through history, a siren call that continues to resonate in the modern world.