School Of Fontainebleau Collection

Gabrielle d Estrees and one of her sisters, duchesse de Villars. Artist: Master of the School of Fontainebleau
Gabrielle d Estrees and one of her sisters, duchesse de Villars. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Landscape with figures, c. 1550. Creator: Niccolò dell'Abate (1509/12-1571)
Landscape with figures, c. 1550. Found in the collection of the Galleria Borghese, Rome

Eva Prima Pandora (Eve, First Pandora), c. 1550. Found in the collection of Musee du Louvre, Paris

A Sacrifice, copied from a relief on Trajans Column, 1565. Creator: Leon Davent
A Sacrifice, copied from a relief on Trajans Column, 1565

Mars and Venus Served by Cupid and the Graces, 1545-50. Creator: Leon Davent
Mars and Venus Served by Cupid and the Graces, 1545-50

Brennus throwing his sword on the scales before Camillus, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Brennus throwing his sword on the scales before Camillus, 1540-56

Jupiter Pressing the Stormclouds, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Jupiter Pressing the Stormclouds, 1540-56

Hercules dressed as a Woman, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Hercules dressed as a Woman, 1540-56

Mars and Venus Being Served at Table by Cupid, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Mars and Venus Being Served at Table by Cupid, 1540-56

Jupiter on his Throne, 1547. Creator: Leon Davent
Jupiter on his Throne, 1547

The Dance, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
The Dance, 1540-56

A sacrifice, copied from Trajans column, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
A sacrifice, copied from Trajans column, ca. 1540-45

A Sacrifice, mid-16th century. Creator: Leon Davent
A Sacrifice, mid-16th century

Battle of Amazons, 1547. Creator: Leon Davent
Battle of Amazons, 1547

Diana and Her Nymphs Pursuing a Stag, 1547. Creator: Leon Davent
Diana and Her Nymphs Pursuing a Stag, 1547

The Garden of Pomona, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
The Garden of Pomona, 1540-56

Calisto Changed Into a Bear From Fable of Calisto, 1547-50. Creator: Leon Davent
Calisto Changed Into a Bear From Fable of Calisto, 1547-50

Landscape with Diana Resting, 1526-50. Creator: Leon Davent
Landscape with Diana Resting, 1526-50

Silenus, as a Vase, Satyr Handle, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Silenus, as a Vase, Satyr Handle, 1540-56

Sacred Conversation, ca. 1550-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Sacred Conversation, ca. 1550-56

Fishing Scene, 1547. Creator: Leon Davent
Fishing Scene, 1547

Wrath, from the Seven Deadly Sins, ca. 1550-55. Creator: Leon Davent
Wrath, from the Seven Deadly Sins, ca. 1550-55

Sloth, after the Seven Deadly Sins, ca. 1550-55. Creator: Leon Davent
Sloth, after the Seven Deadly Sins, ca. 1550-55

Envy, from the Seven Deadly Sins, ca. 1550-55. Creator: Leon Davent
Envy, from the Seven Deadly Sins, ca. 1550-55

Hercules surprising Fanus who mistook him for Omphale, 1540-56 Creator: Leon Davent
Hercules surprising Fanus who mistook him for Omphale, 1540-56

Jupiters Eagle Bringing Water of the Styx to Psyche, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Jupiters Eagle Bringing Water of the Styx to Psyche, 1540-56

Alexander Mastering Bucephalus, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Alexander Mastering Bucephalus, ca. 1540-45

Cupid being led blindfolded on a donkey, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Cupid being led blindfolded on a donkey, 1540-56

Putti playing, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Putti playing, 1540-56

Jupiter and Antiope, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Jupiter and Antiope, ca. 1540-45

Clio, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Clio, ca. 1540-45

Thalia, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Thalia, ca. 1540-45

Erato, from the series Twelve Muses and Goddesses, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Erato, from the series Twelve Muses and Goddesses, ca. 1540-45

Melpomene, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Melpomene, ca. 1540-45

Athena, from the series Twelve Muses and Goddesses, ca. 1542-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Athena, from the series Twelve Muses and Goddesses, ca. 1542-45

Calliope, from the series Twelve Muses and Goddesses, ca. 1542-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Calliope, from the series Twelve Muses and Goddesses, ca. 1542-45

Bellona Seated on her Trophies, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Bellona Seated on her Trophies, ca. 1540-45

Urania, ca. 1542-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Urania, ca. 1542-45

Seated woman with two children (Virgin with Christ and St John the Baptist?), 1540. Creator: Leon Davent
Seated woman with two children (Virgin with Christ and St John the Baptist?), 1540

Mary Magdalene carried to Heaven, ca. 1544. ca. 1544. Creator: Anon
Mary Magdalene carried to Heaven, ca. 1544

Men Gathered Around a Camel, mid-16th century. Creator: Leon Davent
Men Gathered Around a Camel, mid-16th century

Search through the baggage of Josephs brothers, ca. 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Search through the baggage of Josephs brothers, ca. 1540-56

A Sacrifice, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
A Sacrifice, 1540-56

Young Man Hunting a Wild Boar, 1547. Creator: Leon Davent
Young Man Hunting a Wild Boar, 1547

At Nympharum Hecates Scapulis Timor Addidit Alas, 1526-50. Creator: Leon Davent
At Nympharum Hecates Scapulis Timor Addidit Alas, 1526-50

Landscape with ruins, courtiers, and a gondola, 1526-50. Creator: Leon Davent
Landscape with ruins, courtiers, and a gondola, 1526-50

Standing Nude Woman, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
Standing Nude Woman, 1540-56

Timocleia Before Alexander, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
Timocleia Before Alexander, ca. 1540-45

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The School of Fontainebleau, a renowned artistic movement in the 16th century, produced exquisite works that continue to captivate audiences today. One such masterpiece is "Gabrielle d'Estrees and one of her sisters, duchesse de Villars, " painted by the Master of the School of Fontainebleau. This enchanting portrait showcases the beauty and elegance of these noble ladies, their delicate features illuminated by soft brushstrokes. Another notable artwork from this period is "Eva Prima Pandora (Eve, First Pandora), " created around 1550. The artist skillfully depicts Eve as both innocent and alluring, symbolizing the dual nature of womanhood. The intricate details and vibrant colors make this painting truly mesmerizing. Leon Davent's talent shines through his work "A Sacrifice, " which he masterfully copied from a relief on Trajan's Column in 1565. The precision with which he recreates every detail transports viewers back to ancient times, immersing them in the solemnity and grandeur of Roman rituals. In "Mars and Venus Served by Cupid and the Graces" (1545-50), Davent portrays love personified through mythological figures. The tender gestures between Mars and Venus evoke feelings of passion while Cupid adds an element of playfulness to this captivating scene. Davent's versatility is evident in his depiction of historical events like "Brennus throwing his sword on the scales before Camillus" (1540-56). This dramatic composition captures a pivotal moment in history with its intense emotions portrayed through powerful brushstrokes. Continuing with mythology-inspired themes, Davent presents us with "Jupiter Pressing the Stormclouds" (1540-56). Through bold strokes and contrasting colors, he conveys Jupiter's authority over nature itself – an awe-inspiring portrayal that leaves viewers spellbound.