Museo del Prado launches video tour of classical works timed to Nolan's Odyssey
In conjunction with Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of Homer's Odyssey, the Museo Nacional del Prado has unveiled a video tour entitled "Un viaje a la Antigüedad." Accompanied by "Dinamita" from La Bien Querida, the video showcases masterpieces from artists such as Rubens, Tintoretto, Giaquinto, Collantes, Jean Pillement, José Carlos de Borbón, Canova, Velázquez, José de Ribera, Titian, and Leonaert Bramer. It delves into themes of mythology, travel, and classical antiquity, featuring significant moments like the Judgment of Paris and the Burning of Troy. This collection emphasizes the enduring significance of ancient myths and their visual representations in modern culture.
Key facts
- Museo Nacional del Prado released a video tour titled 'Un viaje a la Antigüedad'
- Video coincides with Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of Homer's Odyssey
- Features works by Rubens, Tintoretto, Giaquinto, Collantes, Jean Pillement, José Carlos de Borbón, Canova, Velázquez, José de Ribera, Titian, and Leonaert Bramer
- Set to the song 'Dinamita' by La Bien Querida
- Explores themes of travel, mythology, and classical antiquity
- Includes episodes from the Trojan War cycle, Odysseus, Aeneas, Polyphemus, Circe
- Aims to present collections through new perspectives and artistic languages
- Video begins with Judgment of Paris, Abduction of Helen, Sacrifice of Iphigenia, Banquet of Telemachus, Burning of Troy
Entities
Artists
- Rubens
- Tintoretto
- Giaquinto
- Collantes
- Jean Pillement
- José Carlos de Borbón
- Canova
- Velázquez
- José de Ribera
- Titian
- Leonaert Bramer
- La Bien Querida
- Christopher Nolan
- Homer
Institutions
- Museo Nacional del Prado
- Palacio del Buen Retiro
Locations
- Madrid
- Spain