The artwork, titled “Jupiter Hurling Thunderbolts at the Vices,” was painted by Paolo Veronese between 1554 and 1556. This magnificent oil-on-canvas piece, which measures 560 x 330 cm, belongs to the Mannerism (Late Renaissance) movement. Classified as a religious painting, it is housed in the esteemed Louvre Museum in Paris, France.
In the artwork, the god Jupiter is depicted in a powerful display of divine retribution, casting thunderbolts at a group of figures representing various vices. The dynamic composition is highlighted by dramatic contrasts of light and shadow, and vibrant colors typical of Veronese’s style. The figures are arranged in a tumultuous diagonal that adds a sense of movement and urgency, accentuated by the swirling clouds and energetic poses. The divine figures occupy the upper part of the composition, emphasizing their celestial nature, while the vices below are portrayed in a state of chaos. The meticulous details and expressive forms reflect the artist’s masterful technique and the grandeur associated with the Mannerist aesthetic.
