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Design for a stove with Mars and two overcome, chained naked men, in a niche, c.1750. Creator: Anon
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Design for a stove with Mars and two overcome, chained naked men, in a niche, c.1750. Creator: Anon
Design for a stove with Mars and two overcome, chained naked men, in a niche, c.1750
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Amorini Appliance Chained Cherubim Defeat Defeated Domestic Domestic Appliance Gilded Gilding Gilt God Of War Household Household Appliance Mars Niche Rococo Era Stove Angelic Cherubs Putti Watercolour Paint
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This 18th century design for a stove, anonymously created around 1750, showcases an intriguing blend of the domestic and the mythological. The central focus of the drawing is a gilded stove, its ornate curves and intricate details reminiscent of the Rococo era. Adorning the stove are two chained, naked men, symbolizing the defeated, who are being held in a niche. The men appear to be overcome, their expressions conveying a sense of submission and defeat. Mars, the god of war, presides over the scene, his muscular form and fierce expression exuding power and dominance. The god is depicted in his traditional Roman attire, complete with helmet and armor. Surrounding Mars and the defeated men are cherubs, or putti, their playful and amorous expressions adding a touch of whimsy to the otherwise intense scene. The use of color and gold in this watercolor painting adds to its grandeur and opulence. The drawing is reminiscent of the Low Countries, with its Dutch and German influences evident in the intricate design and attention to detail. This historic artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and cultural sensibilities of the 18th century.
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