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Charger Depicting the Three Graces
Giorgio Andreolic. 1525
The Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland, United States
During the Renaissance, an understanding of classical antiquity was perceived to be a sign of social, intellectual, and economic distinction. Scenes from Greco-Roman mythology were prominently featured on maiolica, covering the surface in a style called <em>istoriato </em>(decorated with stories). This depiction of the three graces was likely based on an engraving by the Renaissance printmaker, Marcantonio Raimondi.
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- Title: Charger Depicting the Three Graces
- Creator: Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
- Date Created: c. 1525
- Physical Dimensions: Diameter: 44.8 cm (17 5/8 in.)
- Provenance: Alexander Basilewsky [1829-1899], Paris., State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg., (Rosenberg & Steibel, Inc., New York).
- Type: Ceramic
- Rights: CC0
- External Link: https://clevelandart.org/art/1945.2
- Medium: tin-glazed earthenware with gold lustre (maiolica)
- Inscriptions: this plate has been broken and mended; in the repair, signature and date have disappeared. According to catalogue by A. Darcel and A. Basilewsky (Collection Basilewsky, No. 420) name and date were on the plate.
- Fun Fact: In Greek mythology, the three graces represent the daughters of Zeus who embodied charm, beauty, and creativity.
- Department: Decorative Art and Design
- Culture: Italy, Urbino region, Gubbio, 16th century
- Credit Line: Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
- Collection: Decorative Arts
- Accession Number: 1945.2
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