Broad-rimmed plate with Jupiter embracing a nymph
ArtistAttributed to the Workshop of
Orazio Fontana
(Italian, died 1571)
CultureItalian
OriginUrbino, Italy
PeriodItalian Renaissance
Dateca.1560
MediumTin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)
DimensionsOutside Diameter: 24.5 cm (9 5/8 in.)
MarkingsInscription verso, 'Giove' in blue
DescriptionAn Urbino Istoriato dish of cardinal's hat form, the right-hand side with Jupiter embracing a nymph among a cloud of flame. His eagle is perched on a thunderbolt beside him. There is an excited faun grasping a trident approaching from the left and Cupid flying above.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.401
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
Italian Earthenware - MaiolicaCollections
Status
On view
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