Painted Fan- Rape of Europa, attributed to Francesco Albani, c. 1600-1650 (14716bbc-64f4-4faa-8bbf-8db74235da9b)
Summary
Painting on a flattened, framed fan showing woman seated with bull at center surrounded by female figures and putti.
Henry Longfellow purchased this fan in Rome in January 1869. The fan features a scene from Greek mythology, and is attributed to the Italian Baroque painter Francesco Albani.
Keywords: art; long00004303; painting; watercolor; LONG 4303
Tags
Date
1600 - 1650
Location
Boston, USA
Source
National Parks Gallery
Copyright info
Public Domain