Saturn Devouring His Child | Giulia Lama | 1735

Saturn Devouring His Child by Giulia Lama, painted in 1735, is a dramatic and emotionally intense depiction of the mythological tale in which the god Saturn consumes his offspring to prevent them from overthrowing him. The painting focuses on the raw physicality of the moment, with Saturn holding the child tightly in his strong arms, his aged face filled with anguish and determination. The soft lighting contrasts the muscular tension of Saturn with the innocence and vulnerability of the child, emphasizing the tragic and violent nature of the act. Lama's use of rich, earthy tones and dynamic composition heightens the sense of drama and moral complexity in this mythological scene.

Print: 

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasises different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints feature a 0.25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

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• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
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• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

11 x 14 Inches = 28 cm x 35.5 cm

16 x 20 Inches = 40.6 cm x 50.8 cm