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"Orphee et Eurydice aux enfers"(Orpheus and Eurydice in the Hell) Peinture de Pieter Fris (1627-1706) 1652 Dim 61x77 cm Museo del Prado, Madrid

'Orphee et Eurydice aux enfers'(Orpheus and Eurydice in the Hell) Peinture de Pieter Fris (1627-1706) 1652 Dim 61x77 cm Museo del Prado, Madrid


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"Orphee et Eurydice aux enfers"(Orpheus and Eurydice in the Hell) Peinture de Pieter Fris (1627-1706) 1652 Dim 61x77 cm Museo del Prado, Madrid

FIA5397981 " Orphee et Eurydice aux enfers" (Orpheus and Eurydice in the Hell) Peinture de Pieter Fris (1627-1706) 1652 Dim 61x77 cm Museo del Prado, Madrid by Fris, Pieter (1627-1706); Prado, Madrid, Spain; Photo © Fine Art Images

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The print depicts Pieter Fris' painting "Orpheus and Eurydice in the Hell" which is housed in the Museo del Prado, Madrid. Created in 1652, this artwork measures 61x77 cm and showcases Fris' mastery of the seicento style. The painting portrays a scene from Greek mythology where Orpheus descends into the depths of hell to rescue his beloved Eurydice. In the image, we see Orpheus seated on a rowboat with his lyre, an essential element of his musical prowess. Behind him stands a monstrous figure guarding the entrance to hell's cave. The boat floats on a river of fire, symbolizing both anxiety and fear as Orpheus embarks on this perilous journey. Fris captures the essence of love and death through this romantic portrayal of Orpheus' determination to reunite with Eurydice. The couple's longing for each other is palpable as they reach out towards one another across realms. This painting reflects Fris' skillful use of color and composition to convey emotion and narrative depth. It transports viewers back to ancient Greece, evoking feelings associated with mythological figures such as Orpheus while also exploring themes like paganism and religion prevalent during that time. Overall, "Orpheus and Eurydice in the Hell" is not only a testament to Fris' artistic talent but also serves as a captivating window into Greek mythology's enduring power over centuries.

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