图录号:
14
拍品名称:
CIRCLE OF REMBRANDT
拍品描述:
CIRCLE OF REMBRANDT
Vertumnus and Pomona
oil on panel
92 x 69 cm. (36 1/4 x 27 3/8 in.)
The tale of Pomona and Vertumnus from Ovid's Metamorphoses is a rich allegory of persistence, transformation, and love's triumph. Pomona's devotion to her garden and her initial rejection of all suitors reflect her self-sufficiency and independence. She is a figure tied deeply to the natural world, caring for the fruits and plants under her care, and her indifference to romantic pursuits highlights her commitment to her own passions.
Vertumnus, the god of seasons and change, embodies adaptability and resourcefulness. His multiple disguises—each representing different aspects of life and labor—symbolise his attempts to connect with Pomona on various levels. The progression of his disguises, culminating in the guise of an old woman, illustrates his growing desperation and ingenuity. The "old woman" serves as a symbol of wisdom and a final, earnest appeal to Pomona’s reason and emotions.
When Vertumnus finally reveals his true self, Pomona's change of heart signifies the power of authenticity and the inevitability of love when it is presented openly and honestly. Their union represents harmony between nature (Pomona) and the changing seasons (Vertumnus), suggesting a symbiotic relationship between constancy and transformation.
The story can also be interpreted as a metaphor for the cycles of nature and the ripening of love, much like fruit ripens in Pomona’s garden. It emphasises the virtues of patience and persistence in the face of rejection, as well as the importance of being true to oneself.
The present example highlights the influence and
tradition practiced by Rembrandt and his Amsterdam studio.
Vertumnus and Pomona
oil on panel
92 x 69 cm. (36 1/4 x 27 3/8 in.)
The tale of Pomona and Vertumnus from Ovid's Metamorphoses is a rich allegory of persistence, transformation, and love's triumph. Pomona's devotion to her garden and her initial rejection of all suitors reflect her self-sufficiency and independence. She is a figure tied deeply to the natural world, caring for the fruits and plants under her care, and her indifference to romantic pursuits highlights her commitment to her own passions.
Vertumnus, the god of seasons and change, embodies adaptability and resourcefulness. His multiple disguises—each representing different aspects of life and labor—symbolise his attempts to connect with Pomona on various levels. The progression of his disguises, culminating in the guise of an old woman, illustrates his growing desperation and ingenuity. The "old woman" serves as a symbol of wisdom and a final, earnest appeal to Pomona’s reason and emotions.
When Vertumnus finally reveals his true self, Pomona's change of heart signifies the power of authenticity and the inevitability of love when it is presented openly and honestly. Their union represents harmony between nature (Pomona) and the changing seasons (Vertumnus), suggesting a symbiotic relationship between constancy and transformation.
The story can also be interpreted as a metaphor for the cycles of nature and the ripening of love, much like fruit ripens in Pomona’s garden. It emphasises the virtues of patience and persistence in the face of rejection, as well as the importance of being true to oneself.
The present example highlights the influence and
tradition practiced by Rembrandt and his Amsterdam studio.