Rinaldo and The Magus of Ascalon (1742) — Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Rinaldo and The Magus of Ascalon (1742) is an artwork by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- Rinaldo and The Magus of Ascalon (1742)
- Artist
- Giovanni Battista Tiepolo (Italian, 1696-1770)
- Subject collection
- Legend & folklore
The mythology behind the named subject
These names are associated with Torquato Tasso’s Jerusalem Delivered, a Renaissance epic that combines crusading history with romance and enchantment. Armida is a sorceress whose story includes her relationship with the knight Rinaldo.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with Rinaldo and The Magus of Ascalon (1742)
The balanced proportions can sit comfortably on a smaller wall or within a considered grouping. Start with the space around the artwork, then choose a print size that leaves the composition easy to see.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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