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Today we present the artist Léon-François Comerre (1850-1916, French), his artwork "The Golden Rain (La Pluie d'or)", or "Danaë" Date: 1907, Museum: Petit Palais, musée des Beaux-arts de la Ville de Paris, Paris, France and eight derived products from this painting. You are welcome to discover them!
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions - Work: Height: 119.5 cm, Width: 177 cm
Dimensions - Frame: Height: 145.5 cm, Width: 203 cm, Depth: 9 cm
Inscription on Cartel: "O puissance de l'or, maître et vainqueur du monde! Au temps de Danaé, l'or était déjà dieu, Et c'est l'or encore, et toujours, en tout lieu, Qui, sur la chair en fleur, pose sa griffe blonde."/ "O power of gold, master and conqueror of the world! In the time of Danaë, gold was already a god, And it is gold still, and always, in every place, which, on the flesh in bloom, places its blond claw."
Subject: This painting depicts the myth of Danaë from Greek mythology, where Zeus, in the form of a golden rain, visits her in her secluded chamber. Danaë, locked away to prevent her from bearing children, becomes pregnant with Perseus, one of Greek mythology's greatest heroes. The scene is rich with allegory, portraying sensuality, wealth, and divine intervention.
Themes and Elements: Mythological figure (Danaë), Greco-Roman mythology, female nude, bed, jewelry, gold, rain, drought, and allegory.
Visuals: The central figure, Danaë, is typically depicted reclining in a luxurious setting, enveloped by a cascade of golden rain. The bright, lustrous gold rain contrasts against the softness of Danaë’s form, symbolizing both the divine power of Zeus and the corrupting influence of wealth, as highlighted by the poetic inscription. Comerre’s mastery in detailing textures like flesh, fabrics, and jewels gives the painting a rich, opulent quality.
Style: Reflecting the Academic tradition of the time, the painting showcases Comerre’s skill in combining mythological subject matter with sensual and decorative elements. The use of light, particularly in how the golden rain interacts with Danaë’s figure, exemplifies the artist’s technical prowess in oil painting.
Sensuality and Mythology: La Pluie d'Or taps into the cultural fascination of the time with sensuality through mythological themes. Danaë, often portrayed as a symbol of divine seduction, represents the interplay of power, desire, and destiny. The presence of Zeus in the form of golden rain suggests not only physical desire but also the material allure of wealth, a significant societal theme during the Belle Époque.
Allegory of Wealth and Power: The painting also serves as an allegory for the influence of wealth in society, as highlighted by the poetic inscription on the work. The lines by Alfred Ponthieu emphasize the idea that gold (or wealth) has always been, and will continue to be, a dominant force in the world, leaving its mark on human life and desires. This reflects the social dynamics of the early 20th century, where material wealth and luxury played a prominent role in upper-class society.
Acquisition: The painting was acquired by the Petit Palais through purchase at the Salon de la Société des Artistes Français on July 1, 1907.
Institution: The painting is currently housed at the Petit Palais, Musée des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris, one of the city’s significant art institutions dedicated to 19th and early 20th-century art.
La Pluie d'Or (Danaé) by Léon-François Comerre is a notable example of Academic art, blending mythology, sensuality, and allegory. Painted in 1907, it reflects both the artistic trends of the early 20th century and the societal themes of material wealth and gender representation. Housed at the Petit Palais in Paris, the painting remains a testament to Comerre’s technical skill and the cultural fascinations of his time."
Text: AI
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