ARTWORK 1 THE ABDUCTION OF SABINE WOMEN (1634-35)
ARTIST
Nicolas Poussin belonged to the baroque period and
was one of the most prominent artist of the era. The
baroque period emphasised more on representing
situations with the help of warm color tones and
dramatic shadow effects . Nicolas poussin was
considered to be the main exponent of classical style
in France. Static staged motion was more dominating
in France.
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169.9 x 236.2 cm
The artist's artworks mostly denote mythological and
religious themes, making it an explicit source of culture
for the commoners of Rome and Italy. Poussin's
artworks were appreciated specially by the French and
Italian collectors. The audience was generally the ethnic
groups interested in poetic and philosophical works but
also managed to get the attention of the modest local
groups of Rome and Italy as well.
ARTIST'S WORLD
Nicolas Poussin explored Rome during the mid
sixteenth century ; he was introduced to the
diverse Roman Mythological Culture. The culture
of ancient Rome basically referred to is a mix of
many cultures, influences and religions. Greek
influence was very prominent throughout his art
journey. The Roman culture has a significant effect
on the artwork as the artwork is based on the
mythological tale of Rome.
AUDIENCE'S WORLD
Oil on canvas
With the widespread of the influence Renaissance movement
and Baroque Art , there were emphasis on realism,
questioning beliefs and prejudices. Baroque and reniassance
themed artworks were highly applauded and promoted. Works
authentically challenging beliefs and incorporating mythology
and philosophy made it to the good books of the audience.
 ARTWORK 2 THE RAPE OF THE DAUGHTER OF LEUCIPPUS
ARTIST
Peter Paul Rubens was one of the most reowned artist of the
Baroque Period and was known for his dramatic chiaroscuro,
cultural qualities in figures, his color choice and the dynamic
energy represented through the theatrical presentation of
mythological scenarios. Peter Paul Rubens was an ambassador,
diplomat and a court painter of the id sixteenth century.
Known for his brilliant portrayal of emotions he was
considered to one the greatest artist of the Baroque Period.
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His works received widespread recognition. However, the
foremost audience were the Greeks and Romans. Although
the work inclined the Baroque style thus, giving this artwork
a global significanc. The portrayal of issues like abduction
and rape signifies the subtle idealism and realism.
ARTIST'S WORLD
Peter Paul Ruben is an artist originally from Germany but
he spent most of his working years in Antwerp; Belgium.
According to the sources he created his famous artwork
'The rape of the daughters of Leucippus' in Antwerp. The
artist's work was mostly affected by the Greek and Roman
mythological beliefs and religion. When the artist explored
Italy and Rome he was influenced by the Baroque art
works; which he further explored. Thus, creating this
prolific artwork.
AUDIENCE'S WORLD
224 cm × 209 cm Oil on canvas
During the 16th and 17th century, there was a prevalence of the
Baroque art and the Renaissance movement. It is to imply that people
gave more significance to realism and questioning beliefs and
injustice was the foremost purpose of art. Even the greek and Roman
mythology influenced people’s lifestyle and perspectives Peter Paul
Ruben’s artwork implied both Baroque Art as well as mythology; giving
meaning and significance to hus works.
 ARTWORK 3 DRAUPADI VASTRAHARAN
ARTIST
Raja Ravi Varma was an Indian artist from the mid
eighteenth century which was a remarkable period of
academic art. In 1973, Ravi Varma was awarded with the
first price at the Madras Painting exhibition and during
the same year he received the first prize at the Vienna
exhibition and he received three gold medals in 1893 at
World’s Columbian Exposition held in Chicago.
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Raja Ravi Verma's works have received widespread
recognition across the globe let alone country. His art
prints were recognised and available for everyone but he 35 x 50 cm
specially set up the press for the lower classes who
weren’t allowed in the temples .
His artworks always signified and glorified the Indian
culture. However this artwork was created to educate
the audience about the cause of the great Indian epic,
'Mahabharata'.
ARTIST'S WORLD
During his art years he was engaged in fusing two completely
different art styles (European art’s technical and aesthetic
knowledge and emotional sensibilities and story telling from
Indian art), which made him one of the greatest Indian artists. He
draws majorly from three categories- portraits, portrait based
composition and theatrical composition relying on mythology and
legends. Ravi Varma was told to create mythological paintings
reflecting Indian culture and beliefs. He took a trip to all the
places mentioned in the two epics - Ramayana and Mahabharata
This artwork was the result of his tour around mythologically
renowned places mentioned in the epics.
AUDIENCE'S WORLD
Mythological beliefs have always prevailed in the Indian
society. Specially the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.
Reprint on paper
During the 18th century, art mostly revolved around religious
and mythological epics as it carried a great significance in
people's lives. Ravi Verma, in order to insure that the
audience is not perspectively isolated, creates a painting
inclusifying the traditional theme. Lithograph press were set
up for the widespread of Indian culture and mythology
around the globe and especially for lower classes people to
understand more about their deities and legends.