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Goddess of Chaste Love

1468–75
Not on view
This is a fragment from a cassone panel representing the Triumph of Chastity, here meaning fidelity in marriage, a common subject for nuptial chests. She is in her triumphant cart accompanied by virtuous women.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Goddess of Chaste Love
  • Artist: Francesco di Giorgio Martini (Italian, Siena 1439–1501 Siena)
  • Date: 1468–75
  • Medium: Tempera and gold on wood
  • Dimensions: 15 1/2 x 17 1/4 in. (39.4 x 43.8 cm)
  • Classification: Paintings
  • Credit Line: Marquand Fund, 1920
  • Object Number: 20.182
  • Curatorial Department: European Paintings

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