Flemish Artist, Battle Between Knights and Amazons, 1610, Oil on Panel, Framed

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About This Piece

An important Flemish painting from the first half of the 17th century. This oil on panel artwork depicts a battle between mounted soldiers and Amazons, the legendary warrior women. The Amazonomachy is a rare subject, an iconographic theme originating from ancient Greece. Often depicted on bas-reliefs and sarcophagi, it depicts the battle between Greeks and Amazons, symbolizing the victory of the Greeks over the Persians, civilization over barbarism, and order over chaos.

During the Renaissance, the theme was revived as a scholarly subject suitable for aristocratic commissions. A painting of remarkable pictorial quality, attributed to the great painter Otto Van Veen (1556-1629), teacher of Peter Paul Rubens. Known as Otto Vaenius, he was one of the key figures in the transition from Northern Mannerism to the early Flemish Baroque. A cultured humanist, he was not only a painter but also a theoretician and creator of emblems (the painting is not currently accompanied by an expert opinion, but one can be requested upon payment of the relevant additional costs). The composition is dynamic and reveals a complex and carefully constructed structure, with hundreds of masterfully characterized knights and surprising depth.

The gestures are theatrical yet controlled, with faces typified according to Mannerist models. The color palette is brilliant, with bold, lacquered reds and bright, intense chiaroscuro effects. A perfect artwork for a prestigious professional studio, a private library, or a large reception room, ideal for a discerning collector who appreciates erudite mythological subjects. Spectacular 20th-century frame in carved, lacquered, and gilded wood, with some signs of aging. The panel has already been restored, with some minor color restorations, but is in overall good condition. Internal dimensions: H 64.5 x W 105 cm.

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Period	Before 1890
Year	1610
Production Period	Before 1890
Country of Manufacture	Netherlands
Style	Figurative
Detailed Condition	Good — This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use
Product Code	RP-2470316
Materials	Oil on Panel
Color	Multicolored
Width	128 cm 50.4 inch
Depth	5 cm 2.0 inch
Height	87 cm 34.3 inch
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Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

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