Parnassus
1496-1497
Step into Andrea Mantegna’s mythological playground, where the gods decided to throw the ultimate Renaissance garden party! At the very top, Mars and Venus strike a pose, watching over a lively circle of dancing Muses below. To the left, a seated figure strums a lyre—likely Apollo setting the beat—while on the right, Mercury guides the winged horse Pegasus. Painted for the famous collector Isabella d'Este, this piece is basically a VIP invitation to Mount Parnassus, blending classical mythology with Mantegna’s signature sharp, sculptural figures.
Location: Louvre Museum, Paris
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