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Charger Depicting the Three Graces

c. 1525
maker

circle of Maestro Giorgio Andreoli

(Italian, 1465?–1553)
Culture
Italy, Urbino region, Gubbio, 16th century
Medium
tin-glazed earthenware with gold lustre (maiolica)
Measurements
Diameter: 44.8 cm (17 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund 1945.2
Public Domain
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Location
118 Italian Renaissance
Print
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In Greek mythology, the three graces represent the daughters of Zeus who embodied charm, beauty, and creativity.

Description

During the Renaissance, an understanding of classical antiquity was perceived to be a sign of social, intellectual, and economic distinction. Scenes from Greco-Roman mythology were prominently featured on maiolica, covering the surface in a style called istoriato (decorated with stories). This depiction of the three graces was likely based on an engraving by the Renaissance printmaker, Marcantonio Raimondi.
A circular tin-glazed ceramic charger with gold lustre depicts three nude women with light skin tones, the Three Graces, standing in a landscape with arms linked. The middle figure faces away while her companions face forward. On their left and right, blue water flows from fountains beside tall palm trees. An ornate border encircles the scene with scrolling gold foliage and blue diamond patterns on a white ground, accented with red and yellow.

Charger Depicting the Three Graces

c. 1525

Maestro Giorgio Andreoli

(Italian, 1465?–1553)
Italy, Urbino region, Gubbio, 16th century

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