Il Settecento Collection

Portrait of Johann Michael Haydn (engraving)
6366064 Portrait of Johann Michael Haydn (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Ludwig van Beethoven (engraving)
6366061 Portrait of Ludwig van Beethoven (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Ludwig van Beethoven (pencil & charcoal)
6365962 Ludwig van Beethoven (pencil & charcoal); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Henry Purcell (engraving)
6365942 Portrait of Henry Purcell (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the Austrian soprano Caterina Maddalena Giuseppa Cavalieri
6365929 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the Austrian soprano Caterina Maddalena Giuseppa Cavalieri, born Katharina Magdalena Josepha Cavalier (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna

Portrait of Franz Joseph Haydn
6365909 Portrait of Franz Joseph Haydn; Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; (add.info.: Lithograph based on a pencil - charcoal drawing.); Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach (engraving)
6365951 Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Franz Joseph Haydn (litho)
6365960 Portrait of Franz Joseph Haydn (litho); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Georg Friedrich Handel (engraving)
6365948 Portrait of Georg Friedrich Handel (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Alessandro Scarlatti (engraving)
6365945 Portrait of Alessandro Scarlatti (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Georg Friedrich Handel (litho)
6365941 Portrait of Georg Friedrich Handel (litho); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (litho)
6365954 Portrait of Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (litho); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach
6365950 Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach; Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (engraving)
6366062 Portrait of Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Domenico Scarlatti (litho)
6365957 Portrait of Domenico Scarlatti (litho); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach (litho)
6365953 Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach (litho); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Henry Purcell (engraving)
6365946 Portrait of Henry Purcell (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of child Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, 1766 (litho)
6365944 Portrait of child Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, 1766 (litho); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Johann Christian Bach
6365934 Portrait of Johann Christian Bach; Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; (add.info.: Engraving by Agostino which represents the musician in a medallion)

Portrait of Francois Couperin (litho)
6365956 Portrait of Francois Couperin (litho); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Portrait of Ludwig van Beethoven (engraving)
6366059 Portrait of Ludwig van Beethoven (engraving); Museo Civico Bibliografico Musicale, Bologna, Italy; Ghigo Roli

Apollino (Young Apollo), detail, c. 1797 (marble)
6343104 Apollino (Young Apollo), detail, c.1797 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Apollino, 1797 circa, di Antonio Canova (1757 - 1822)

Socrates bidding Farewell to his Family, 1787-90 (plaster)
6343151 Socrates bidding Farewell to his Family, 1787-90 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Socrate si congeda dalla propria famiglia)

Apollino (Young Apollo), c. 1797 (marble)
6343101 Apollino (Young Apollo), c.1797 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Apollino, 1797 circa, di Antonio Canova (1757 - 1822)

Innocence sending away Deceit, 1734 (fresco)
5949103 Innocence sending away Deceit, 1734 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Loschi Motterle, Vicenza, Veneto

Detail of "The Assumption of Mary", 1745-48 (fresco)
3928826 Detail of "The Assumption of Mary", 1745-48 (fresco) by Bortoloni, Mattia (1695-1750), Biella, Felice (1702-86) & Bibiena, Giuseppe Galli (1696-1757); Sanctuary of Vicoforte, Cuneo

Palazzina (Small Building), the third room or room of the Aeneid: "Venus, as a huntress
5962691 Palazzina (Small Building), the third room or room of the Aeneid: "Venus, as a huntress, appears to her son Aeneas and his companion Achates on the beach of Libya

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Old Man holding a hourglass, 1717 (oil on canvas)
5973909 Old Man holding a hourglass, 1717 (oil on canvas) by Cifrondi, Antonio (1655-1730); Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo, Brescia, Italy; (add.info.: Brescia)

Palazzina (Small Building): view of the first room and its frescoes representing episodes from the Iliad
5962667 Palazzina (Small Building): view of the first room and its frescoes representing episodes from the Iliad: "Athena prevents Achilles from drawing his sword against Agamemnon"

Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus (detail), 1743 (fresco)
5949079 Magnanimity of Scipio Africanus (detail), 1743 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Cordellina, Montecchio Maggiore, Vicenza, Veneto

Plaque with allegory of death, 1794 (majolica)
6298165 Plaque with allegory of death, 1794 (majolica) by Meazzi, Giovanni (18th century); Museo Regionale della Ceramica, Deruta, Perugia, Umbria, Italy; (add.info.: Deruta)

Socrates drinks the cup of hemlock, 1787-90 (plaster)
6343154 Socrates drinks the cup of hemlock, 1787-90 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Socrate beve la cicuta, 1787-90)

Crito closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster)
6343152 Crito closing Socrates Eyes, 1790-92 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Critone chiude gli occhi di Socrate, 1790-92)

Achilles delivers Briseis to Agamemnons Heralds, 1787-90 (plaster)
6343150 Achilles delivers Briseis to Agamemnons Heralds, 1787-90 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy

Dance of Alcinous Children, 1790-02 (plaster)
6343144 Dance of Alcinous Children, 1790-02 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Danza dei figli di Alcinoo, 1790-2)

Justice, 1792 (plaster)
6343142 Justice, 1792 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: La Giustizia, 1792, di Antonio Canova (1757 - 1822), gesso.); Ghigo Roli

Charity, 1792 (plaster)
6343141 Charity, 1792 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: La Carita, 1792, di Antonio Canova (1757 - 1822), gesso.); Ghigo Roli

Apollino (Young Apollo), c. 1797 (marble)
6343103 Apollino (Young Apollo), c.1797 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Apollino, 1797 circa, di Antonio Canova (1757 - 1822)

Apollino (Young Apollo), c. 1797 (marble)
6343102 Apollino (Young Apollo), c.1797 (marble) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Apollino, 1797 circa, di Antonio Canova (1757 - 1822)

"Hebe as cupbearer of Jupiters Eagle", 1790 (oil on canvas)
6343073 " Hebe as cupbearer of Jupiters Eagle", 1790 (oil on canvas) by Landi, Gaspare (1756-1830); Pinacoteca Tosio Martinengo, Brescia, Italy; (add.info.: Ebe)

Feeding the Hungry, detail, 1795 (plaster)
6342968 Feeding the Hungry, detail, 1795 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Dare da mangiare agli affamati, 1795)

Feeding the Hungry, 1795 (plaster)
6342967 Feeding the Hungry, 1795 (plaster) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: Dare da mangiare agli affamati, 1795)

Plate decorated by a womans bust, 18th century (majolica)
6300048 Plate decorated by a womans bust, 18th century (majolica) by Italian School, (18th century); Museo Regionale della Ceramica, Deruta, Perugia, Umbria, Italy; (add.info.: School of Laterza)

Plate decorated with racing horses and a coat of arms, first half of the 18th century (majolica)
6300047 Plate decorated with racing horses and a coat of arms, first half of the 18th century (majolica) by Italian School, (18th century); Museo Regionale della Ceramica, Deruta, Perugia, Umbria

Stories of Diana, 1731-33 (fresco)
3928857 Stories of Diana, 1731-33 (fresco) by Valeriani, Giuseppe (d.1761) & Valeriani, Domenico (d.1771); The Hunting Residence of Stupinigi, Turin, Piedmont

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"Il Settecento: A Journey through Time and Art" Step into the world of "Il Settecento, " a captivating era in art history that flourished during the 18th century. This period witnessed an explosion of creativity, as artists delved into various themes and styles, leaving behind a rich legacy for future generations to admire. One remarkable piece from this time is the fresco titled "Eurybates and Talthybius leading Briseis to Agamemnon. " Painted in 1757, it depicts the poignant moment when Eurybates and Talthybius escort Briseis to Agamemnon, showcasing their power dynamics within Greek mythology. Another masterpiece is "Apollino (Young Apollo), " sculpted in marble around 1797. This sculpture captures the youthful beauty and grace of Apollo, the god of music and poetry. Its intricate details mesmerize viewers even centuries later. "Socrates bidding Farewell to his Family" is a plaster sculpture created between 1787-90. It portrays Socrates' final moments before drinking hemlock, symbolizing his commitment to philosophy even at the cost of his own life. The fresco "Innocence sending away Deceit, " painted in 1734, explores moral themes with its allegorical representation. It serves as a reminder that truth will always triumph over deceitful intentions. "The Assumption of Mary" fresco from 1745-48 showcases divine splendor as Mary ascends into heaven surrounded by heavenly beings. The artist's skill brings forth a sense of awe-inspiring spirituality. Enter the Palazzina (Small Building) adorned with breathtaking frescoes depicting scenes from Virgil's epic poem "Aeneid. " In one room, Venus appears before her son Aeneas on Libya's beach instructing him to seek out Dido – an enchanting tale brought vividly to life.