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The painting Parnassus by the Flemish artist Hendrik De Clerck is a masterpiece of Baroque art from the 17th century. With an original size of 63 x 47 cm, this painting is a true gem in terms of artistic style, composition, color and subject matter.

The work represents a mythological scene in which Mount Parnassus, the home of the muses and Apollo, becomes the scene of a great gathering of poets, musicians and artists. At the center of the composition is Apollo, the god of music and poetry, surrounded by the muses and other mythological characters.

The composition of the painting is very balanced and harmonious, with great attention to detail and symbolism. The characters are rendered with great realism and expressiveness, and the use of color is very rich and vibrant. Gold and red tones dominate the color palette, creating a warm and bright atmosphere.

The history of the painting is interesting, as it was commissioned by Cardinal Federico Borromeo for his private collection in Milan. Borromeo was a great patron of the arts and culture, and he commissioned several works from De Clerck for his collection. The Parnassus painting was one of the last works the artist created for his patron, and is considered one of his masterpieces.

Despite its quality and beauty, the Parnassus painting is little known outside of art connoisseur circles. However, its importance for the history of Baroque art and its artistic value are unquestionable, and it is a work that deserves to be discovered and appreciated by all art lovers.

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