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Henry Bone — Bacchus and Ariadne
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Bacchus and Ariadne

1808

Miniature painting technique reaches its pinnacle in exquisite enamel work that captures mythological drama with jewel-like precision and brilliant color.

Medium
enamel, in original gilt-wood and gesso carved frame

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Henry Bone, Bacchus and Ariadne, 1808

Miniature painting technique reaches its pinnacle in exquisite enamel work that captures mythological drama with jewel-like precision and brilliant color.

Medium
enamel, in original gilt-wood and gesso carved frame
Year
1808
Seen at
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH

Related themes

Baroque Revival, Figure, 19th Century, Enamel, Narrative, Neoclassical, British, Colorful, Mythological, Miniature

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