The Three Graces
The Three Graces - Francesco Furini (1603-1646) - The Hermitage Museum
Date: c1633
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 225.0 x 180.0 cm
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 225.0 x 180.0 cm
The Three Graces was painted in about 1633 by Francesco Furini, and is a work of art painted in oil, on canvas.
The Three Graces, were also known as the Charites, and were the minor goddess born from a relationship between Zeus and the Oceanid Eurynome. These three goddesses were the embodiment of joy and god festivity, and as a result were welcome guests at banquets and feasts. The Three Graces were just one of a series of goddesses welcome at such events, a series that included the Muses as well. More information about The Three Graces can be found here - (website opens in new window) Francesco Furini |
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Born: 1600; Florence
Died: 19 August 1646; Florence
Nationality: Italian (Florentine)
Art Movement: Baroque
Painting School: Florence school
Died: 19 August 1646; Florence
Nationality: Italian (Florentine)
Art Movement: Baroque
Painting School: Florence school