This is the mindblowing ceiling masterpiece at the Barberini Palace.
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Detail:
Painted by Pietro da Cortona between 1632 and 1639.
Divine Providence is a personified lady. An allegorical figure.
She sits in the centre enthroned on heavenly clouds.
Golden light radiating out of her.
Vestments flapping in the wind, and just about holding on.
Holding the royal scepter.
Also, obviously, a symbol of Barberini power.
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Divine Providence surrounded by allegorical figures - Justice, Piety, Truth, and Beauty.
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