RUSCHI, Francesco
(b. ca. 1610, Roma, d. 1661, Treviso)

Abduction of Helen

1650s
Fresco
Villa Contarini Venier, Mira

Although Frencesco Ruschi was known for his somber works on canvas, he lightened his palette on the walls of the guest rooms in the Villa Contarini Venier, Mira, assisted by the young Antonio Zanchi.

The scene depicting the Abduction of Helen is located in the guest quarters of the Villa Contarini Venier.