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The birth of Bacchus. While Semele gives birth, Zeus, with the lightning flash which will kill Semele, and his wife Hera, float in the clouds. 1534-1538 Giulio Romano with Rinaldo Mantovano. Wood, 126,5 x 86.5 c Inv. acc 69, PB 7
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The birth of Bacchus. While Semele gives birth, Zeus, with the lightning flash...

Les Dieux marins rendent honneur a l'Amour - the sea-gods honour Amor,god of love.The scene is taken from a novel by F.Colonna;Poliphile and Polia embark for Cythera in Amor's small boat. Canvas,95 x 135 cm
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Les Dieux marins rendent honneur a l'Amour - the sea-gods honour Amor,god...