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France, Paris, Mercury Passing before the Sun, 1914, oil on paper

France, Paris, Mercury Passing before the Sun, 1914, oil on paper


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France, Paris, Mercury Passing before the Sun, 1914, oil on paper

Giacomo Balla (1871-1958), Mercury Passing before the Sun, 1914, oil on paper

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Media ID 9571515

© DEA / M. E. SMITH

1914 Abstract Futurism Giacomo Balla Multi Colored Oil Painting


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This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) transports us back to the vibrant streets of France, specifically Paris, in 1914. The artwork titled "Mercury Passing before the Sun" is a mesmerizing oil painting on paper by Italian artist Giacomo Balla (1871-1958). The composition features an abstract representation of the sun, rendered in multi-colored hues that evoke a sense of dynamism and movement. Balla's masterful brushstrokes create a visual spectacle as Mercury gracefully passes across the face of the sun. The vertical orientation adds to the dramatic effect, drawing our gaze upward towards this celestial event. As we delve into this early 20th-century masterpiece, it becomes evident that Balla was deeply influenced by futurism - an avant-garde art movement characterized by its emphasis on speed, technology, and modernity. This piece exemplifies his innovative approach to depicting motion and energy through bold colors and fluid forms. What makes this image even more intriguing is its lack of human presence. By omitting people from his composition, Balla invites viewers to focus solely on the ethereal beauty unfolding before them. It allows us to contemplate our place within the vastness of space and marvel at nature's wonders. With its rich historical context and artistic significance as a fine art painting rooted in futurism, this print serves as both an exquisite decorative piece for any art enthusiast's collection and a thought-provoking window into one artist's interpretation

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