The Three Graces by Palma il Giovane

The Three Graces 

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painting, oil-paint

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allegory

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painting

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oil-paint

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classical-realism

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oil painting

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group-portraits

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mythology

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nude

Palma il Giovane's "The Three Graces" is a captivating depiction of the three goddesses of grace, Aglaia, Euphrosyne, and Thalia, in a relaxed, natural setting. The women's nude forms, their intimate gestures, and the serene landscape create a harmonious scene, reminiscent of the Renaissance interest in classical mythology and beauty. The inclusion of a die, a symbol of fate and chance, hints at the fickle nature of fortune. This painting exemplifies Palma il Giovane's mastery of Venetian art and its influence by Titian. Palma il Giovane (c. 1550-1628) was a Venetian painter known for his works that often depicted mythological subjects, religious scenes, and portraits.

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