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Jeanne d'Aragon (1478-1518)
- Original dimensions
- 92.5 x 115 cm
- Museum
- Victoria and Albert Museum
- Year
- 1800
Scene depicted
This canvas illustrates the portrait of Jeanne d'Aragon, expressing a psychological depth and a charisma that transcend the centuries. The pictorial work not only depicts the features of the duchess but also heralds an era of splendor and elegance, characteristic of the Renaissance court.
Historical context
Created in Florence, Raphael's painting is part of the artistic movement of the Renaissance , a period when humanity rediscovers art in all its forms. This canvas , which is now located at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, reveals a world where aesthetics, science, and emotion meet with incredible intensity.
Place in the artist's career
"Jeanne d'Aragon (1478-1518)" stands as a pinnacle in Raphael's career, marking a period of full artistic maturity. In parallel with works such as "The Madonna of the Grand Duke" and "The Transfiguration," one perceives the remarkable evolution of his style, transitioning from bold youth to a pronounced emotional dynamism.
Anecdote
Raphael once stated: "Every brushstroke is a voice that whispers the silent stories of souls." Inspired by a golden light that bathed a spring morning, he shaped the face of Jeanne d'Aragon, capturing the essence of a bygone era, a timeless beauty that resonates through the ages.