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Allegory of Peace, 1652. Creator: Jan Lievens
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Allegory of Peace, 1652. Creator: Jan Lievens
Allegory of Peace, 1652. Alternative title: Triumph of Peace. Minerva, the goddess of wisdom, crowns Pax, the goddess of peace - allegory alluding to the 1648 Treaty of Munster. The treaty marked the formal recognition of the independent Dutch Republic, and the end of the Thirty Years War and the Eighty Years War. The figure in chains under the feet of Pax is Mars, the god of war
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Jan Lievens' Allegory of Peace, painted in 1652, is a captivating masterpiece that embodies the triumph of peace over war. The central figures in this allegorical painting are Minerva, the goddess of wisdom, and Pax, the goddess of peace. Minerva, depicted with her iconic helmet and owl, crowns Pax, who stands victoriously with a garland of laurel leaves and grapes in her hand. The grapes symbolize the fruitful peace that follows the end of conflict. The figure of Mars, the god of war, is chained under the feet of Pax, signifying the subjugation of war and the victory of peace. Surrounding the central figures are playful cherubs, or Amorini, holding flowers and fruits, representing the joy and abundance that peace brings. The use of rich colors and textures, including the ostrich feathers adorning Minerva's headdress and Pax's garland, adds to the opulence of the scene. This painting is a powerful reminder of the political event that marked the end of the Thirty Years' War and the Eighty Years' War, the 1648 Treaty of Munster. The treaty formally recognized the independent Dutch Republic, bringing an end to decades of conflict and paving the way for the Dutch Golden Age. The allegory of peace and the triumph of wisdom over war continues to resonate with audiences today, making this painting a cherished piece of heritage art from the 17th century.
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