The creation of the world in art: 5 works to get to know

Art has always sought to capture the mysteries of existence, often drawing inspiration from ancient scriptures or mythological tales. One of the certainly most fascinating themes is the creation of the world in art, allowing us to turn our gaze toward the origin of everything: the creation of the world.
In this post I would like to share five iconic works that have interpreted this fundamental theme, spanning different eras and artistic styles.

5 must-know works depicting the creation of the world in art

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The eternal fascination of the Fano Altarpiece: Perugino’s masterpiece

Have you ever had the privilege of admiring the Fano Altarpiece, a Renaissance masterpiece by Pietro Vannucci, known as Perugino? In this post, we will explore together the history and details of this extraordinary work, which is kept in the church of Santa Maria Nuova in Fano and has been temporarily relocated for security reasons to the Museo del Palazzo Malatestiano in Fano.

The eternal fascination of the Fano Altarpiece: Perugino’s masterpiece

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The Return of the Duke to Mantua: the portrait of Vincenzo I Gonzaga by Jean Bahuet

A work of art can tell the story of a city and describe the prestige of a specific historical period.
Palazzo Ducale in Mantua recently acquired an extraordinary painting, a portrait of Duke Vincenzo I Gonzaga by the famous Flemish artist Jean Bahuet.
This work, which portrays the duke on the day of his coronation as Duke of Mantua, is not only a masterpiece but also a symbol of the link between art and power.

In this post I take you on a tour of discovery of this painting that has finally returned home, bringing with it the stories and splendours of a golden age.

The Return of the Portrait of Duke Vincenzo I in Mantua

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