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Pellegrino Tibaldi — Four Mythological Scenes
Pellegrino Tibaldi

Four Mythological Scenes

"Four Mythological Scenes" by Pellegrino Tibaldi is a set of four circular frescoes transferred to canvas that showcase the Mannerist master's dynamic approach to classical subject matter. Originally executed as tondi, the compositions demonstrate Tibaldi's characteristic use of muscular figures, dramatic foreshortening, and energetic movement to convey mythological narratives. This work exemplifies the artist's technical virtuosity and his ability to translate monumental fresco painting into an intimate gallery format through the transfer process.

Medium
fresco laid down on canvas, a set of four tondi

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The Vision of Aso O. Tavitian | Master Paintings & Sculpture

February 7, 2025

Estimate: $100,000$150,000

Lot 1018

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Pellegrino Tibaldi, Four Mythological Scenes

"Four Mythological Scenes" by Pellegrino Tibaldi is a set of four circular frescoes transferred to canvas that showcase the Mannerist master's dynamic approach to classical subject matter. Originally executed as tondi, the compositions demonstrate Tibaldi's characteristic use of muscular figures, dramatic foreshortening, and energetic movement to convey mythological narratives. This work exemplifies the artist's technical virtuosity and his ability to translate monumental fresco painting into an intimate gallery format through the transfer process.

Medium
fresco laid down on canvas, a set of four tondi
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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Dramatic, Narrative Scenes, Multi-panel composition, Classical Themes, Italian, 16th Century, Mythological, Mannerism, Oil on Canvas, Renaissance