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Minerva, or Liberty

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Minerva, or Liberty

Postby zafra52 on Sun Dec 15, 2024 1:47 pm

This is the name of the masterpiece by Paul Du Bois, which is at the Brussels City Museum. It is an allegory of freedom, and it was inspired by the Roman goddess of wisdom. Paul Du Bois used precious materials like ivory, silver and copper to embellish his representation. It is also a fine example of Art Nouveau and symbolism: the two major artistic movements in Brussels and abroad, at the turn of the 20th century.

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Re: Minerva, or Liberty

Postby gstark on Mon Dec 16, 2024 8:49 am

Wow.

Is it just me, or do the cracks in the face look a little like tears ?

The use of precious materials in artworks is amazing.
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