Alexander and Bucephalus
1757-1760
Legend has it that no one could tame the wild horse Bucephalus until a young Alexander the Great stepped up. Realizing the beast was just spooked by its own shadow, Alexander turned it toward the sun and won its trust forever. Giovanni Battista Tiepolo captures this dramatic moment with his signature Rococo flair—loose, energetic brushstrokes and a bright, airy sky that makes the ancient scene feel alive. The powerful white horse rears up against classical columns, while a soldier in red armor reaches out, creating a perfect snapshot of myth and history colliding.
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