ART ANALYSIS IN THE FALL OF PHANTEON BY PETER PAUL RUBENS

A painting in narrative art conveys a tale. In 1605, Peter Paul Rubens created “The Fall of

Phaeton.” The ancient Greek myth of Phaeton is depicted in this picture at its most dramatic

stage. The usage of design elements and concepts throughout the work helps to bring the story

to life by providing a critical perspective on the tale to whoever is looking at it, Because Rubens

was able to capture the scene on his canvas, the background tale and interpretation are directly

related to that myth. This artwork made us think about the disastrous effects of pride and a lack

of restraint, demonstrating that Rubens’ work has had an impact on his audience. It not only

conveys a tale but also does so in a masterful manner. Peter Paul Rubens accomplished an

excellent job depicting action and powerful emotion, almost as if the scene were painted in a

flash. Artists from all periods of art have drawn inspiration from the ancient Greek tale of

Phaeton, especially throughout the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Fall of Phaeton is a

picture that depicts Phaeton's tragic myth.

The principles of design are made up of many combinations of design elements that are

used in one image to improve the appearance of the image. When more than one principle is

combined, an artist can create something that will astonish others and garner positive

attention, hopefully benefiting the artist who created it. In painting, there are numerous design

principles that can be applied. Emphasis and Subordination are the first principles that can be

applied to painting. Phaeton is the central figure in this picture. Because, according to Greek

mythology, the Sun was placed in a chariot and driven around the sky by God Helios on a daily

basis. The Sun would rise and set in this fashion. Phaethon was the son of the deity Helios, who

stole the chariot and drove it one day. The other people who surround Phaeton have their
backs to the audience, making Phaeton the focal point of the piece. We often dislike figures in

art who have their backs to the audience because we are unable to connect with them. They're

a puzzle to solve. We engage with a painting on a deeper level when a figure is staring at the

viewer, or when they have what is known as "the stare”. In addition, in painting, the notion of

contrast is applied. Contrast has the capacity to lure the viewer's eye into the artwork and guide

them around it. Visual appeal is also enhanced by contrast. Most designs need some contrast; if

the components of a design are too similar, it will become monotonous. The black figure with

wings just left of center appears determined to hold on, but they shrink back to the left as if

hiding in terror. Another creature is being carried down by a horse because its hair has become

entangled with the horse's reins. By using vibrant colors and creating movement along diagonal

lines that repeat the main point of the pouring rays towards the center, the painting embodied

a stark contrast of light and dark. The painting's vibrant palette, as well as the use of clashing

hues, add to the painting's depiction of a tragic incident.

Therefore, the directional force theory is applicable. It's not readily apparent at first

glance, but it's there if you look closely. A path produced or indicated within an artwork that

leads the eye through the composition is known as directional force. This piques the viewer's

curiosity and keeps them engrossed in the art. When I look at the painting, I notice that my eyes

are drawn to different parts of it. After studying directional forces, I've learned that artists can

employ directional forces to intentionally direct viewers' attention in specific directions inside a

painting. An artist's entire body of work may not be equally important to him or her. Some

elements may be more crucial than others. This is why they may use the medium's axis to

connect various locations that operate as attention grabbers. The medium's geometry can be

used to generate directional forces. Certain linear views can be employed to emphasize various

events depicted in a work or piece of art. The route for the eye to follow in this picture is a ray

of sunlight coming from above.