The Calumny of Apelles

1560 Platemark: 36.9 x 31.9 cm (14 1/2 x 12 9/16 in.); Sheet: 37.3 x 32.3 cm (14 11/16 x 12 11/16 in.) Source image
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This allegory of injustice, popular with Renaissance artists for its moral content, is based on a written description of a lost painting by the ancient Greek artist Apelles. An enthroned judge with large ears is flanked by Suspicion and blindfolded Ignorance. He extends a hand...

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