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🎨 Vertumnus and Pomona, 1638
by Jacob Jordaens 🇧🇪
Oil on canvas. 196 x 266 cm.
National Museum of Ancient Art, Portugal

About the artwork:

In "Vertumnus and Pomona," Jordaens illustrates the mythological story of Vertumnus and Pomona from Ovid's Metamorphoses. Pomona, a nymph and goddess of fruitful abundance in orchards and gardens, is pursued by the god Vertumnus, who is the deity of seasons, change, and plant growth. Jordaens captures the moment when Vertumnus, having disguised himself as an old woman, tries to woo Pomona, who was known for her disinterest in suitors but her dedication to the cultivation of orchards.

Jacob Jordaens' "Vertumnus and Pomona" (1638) is a dynamic and colorful representation of classical mythology. The painting vividly captures the moment Vertumnus reveals his true form to Pomona, blending vibrant colors and lively figures to convey the transformative power of love and desire. Jordaens' masterful composition and rich detail bring a sense of drama and opulence to the mythological narrative.
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