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ATTRIBUTED TO FELICE PALMA (1583-1625)

Jupiter hurling thunderbolts

1650

RCIN 35447

Jupiter or Zeus was the supreme ruler of the gods and mortals. He was god of the sky and was often represented by an eagle, an ancient symbol of power and victory. Jupiter was said to control the weather and to destroy his enemies with thunderbolts.

Probably acquired by George IV


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