Jupiter and Callisto, a fine fan, the leaf painted with Jupiter disguised as Diana seducting Callisto, one of Diana's nymphs, Jupiter's Eagle lurks in the woods beyond with Cupid holding a mask as reference to the disguise, the verso with Diana the Huntress, the mother of pearl sticks carved, pierced and painted with figures - 10in. (26cm.), early 18th century

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Jupiter and Callisto, a fine fan, the leaf painted with Jupiter disguised as Diana seducting Callisto, one of Diana's nymphs, Jupiter's Eagle lurks in the woods beyond with Cupid holding a mask as reference to the disguise, the verso with Diana the Huntress, the mother of pearl sticks carved, pierced and painted with figures - 10in. (26cm.), early 18th century
Provenance
Doble Collection
Exhibited
Orlando, no. 4

Lot Essay

Ovid: Metamorphoses 2:442-453 and Festivals 2 I55-192

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