The Story
Silenus by Jusepe de Ribera (Spanish, 1591–1652).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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Silenus
Jusepe de Ribera (Spanish, 1591–1652)
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Period
Baroque
Theme
Daily Life
Medium
etching
Current Location
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.
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