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Juno, c. 1595. Creator: Jan Saenredam (Dutch, 1565-1607)
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Juno, c. 1595. Creator: Jan Saenredam (Dutch, 1565-1607)
Juno, c. 1595. Goltzius popularized a style of engraving with mesmerizing patterns of curving, tapering, and crisscrossing lines; it was especially appreciated in the late 1500s. Designed for his pupil Saenredam to engrave, these prints depict the three goddesses from the tale of The Judgment of Paris, in which each claimed the golden apple to be awarded to the most beautiful. Jupiter deferred judgment to Paris, a mortal esteemed for his fair-mindedness. Juno and Athena tried to bribe Paris with an empire and skill in war, but Venus made him an offer he could not resist: Helen, the worlds most beautiful woman. The peacock identifies Juno, queen of the gods and the jealous wife (and sister) of Jupiter. Clad in armor, Pallas Athena is the goddess of wisdom, the arts, and warfare; an owl is her sage companion. The presentation of the deities in separate prints suggests that viewers may also play Pariss role and decide themselves which goddess the artists made most beautiful
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This photo print, titled "Juno" and created by Jan Saenredam in 1595, transports us back to the late 1500s when mesmerizing patterns of curving, tapering, and crisscrossing lines were highly admired. Inspired by Goltzius' popular style of engraving, Saenredam skillfully depicts three goddesses from the famous tale of The Judgment of Paris. In this mythological story, Jupiter defers judgment to Paris, a mortal known for his fair-mindedness. Juno and Athena attempt to sway him with promises of power and skill in war respectively. However, it is Venus who ultimately captures Paris' heart by offering him Helen - the epitome of beauty. The presence of a peacock in the image identifies Juno as queen of the gods and wife (and sister) to Jupiter. Clad in armor with an owl as her wise companion, Pallas Athena represents wisdom, arts, and warfare. What makes this print particularly intriguing is its presentation as separate prints for each deity. This allows viewers to step into Pariss' shoes themselves and decide which goddess they believe the artist has portrayed as most beautiful. With its rich symbolism and exquisite craftsmanship captured through Heritage Art/Heritage Images lens; this print serves not only as a visual delight but also invites contemplation on timeless themes such as beauty's allure and subjective perception.
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