About this piece
back to topA Charles Audran (1594-1674) the education of Jupiter engraving after Andrea Sacchi (1599-1661) presented in a modern frame.
Also known as “The Allegory of the birth of Maffeo Barberini, later Pope Urban VIII.” To the left, the newborn is swarmed by bees which alludes to the Barberini coat of arms, mirrored on the banner held by the cherub above.
These additions differ from the original, which relies on the classical mythological scene depicting the God Jupiter’s early life.
Presented in a gilt frame with red elements which elevate the red chalk imagery. Double matted in mauve and light brown to highlight the piece.
The same print in a black colour way is on display in The Rijksmuseum.
Charles Audran (1594–1674)
Charles Audran was a French engraver also knowns as Karl Audran. The first of a well known family of 17th century French engravers based in Lyon, Paris.
