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Ricotta Eaters Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle
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Ricotta Eaters Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle
JLJ4602284 Ricotta Eaters Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle. Painting by Vincenzo Campi (1536-1591), 16th century Sun. 0, 77x0, 89 m Lyon, Musee des Beaux Arts - Ricotta eaters. Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle. Painting by Vincenzo Campi (1536-1591), 16th century. 0.77 x 0.89 m. Fine Arts Museum, Lyon, France by Campi, Vincenzo (1536-91); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon, France; (add.info.: Ricotta Eaters Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle. Painting by Vincenzo Campi (1536-1591), 16th century Sun. 0, 77x0, 89 m Lyon, Musee des Beaux Arts - Ricotta eaters. Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle. Painting by Vincenzo Campi (1536-1591), 16th century. 0.77 x 0.89 m. Fine Arts Museum, Lyon, France); Photo ePhoto Josse; Italian, out of copyright
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This print captures Vincenzo Campi's painting titled "Ricotta Eaters Characters with expressive and grotesque faces eating cheese with a ladle". The artwork, created in the 16th century, measures 0.77 x 0.89 m and is housed in the Musee des Beaux Arts in Lyon, France. In this intriguing piece, Campi depicts a group of individuals indulging in ricotta cheese with exaggerated expressions on their faces. Their features are both expressive and grotesque, highlighting the artist's skill at capturing human emotion through his brushstrokes. The subjects' gluttonous behavior is evident as they eagerly consume the cheese using a ladle. This portrayal raises questions about our relationship with food and explores themes of hunger and excess. Campi's attention to detail is remarkable; he showcases regional Italian products such as ricotta while emphasizing the characters' overweight figures. Through these elements, he delves into societal issues surrounding taste, gastronomy, and even capital sins. This Renaissance masterpiece not only showcases Campi's artistic prowess but also invites viewers to contemplate deeper meanings within its composition. It serves as a reminder that art has always been an avenue for exploring human nature and reflecting upon our own desires and flaws. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder by Photo Josse, we are transported back to the 16th century when this painting was created—a testament to the enduring power of art throughout history.
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