Fresco Cycle with the Story of Procris and Cephalus
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Subject: Arts
Institution Name:
National Gallery of Art
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Abstract: offers nine frescoes depicting the mythological tale of Princess Procris and Prince Cephalus of Attica, a story of wedded bliss ravaged by distrust found in Book VII of the Metamorphoses by the ancient Roman poet Ovid (43 B.C.-A.D. 17). These nine paintings by Bernardino Luini are the only examples of an Italian Renaissance fresco series in America. Visitors can learn about the artist, the fresco technique, and more.
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