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Shelleys Grave in the New Protestant Cemetery in Rome, 1873
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Shelleys Grave in the New Protestant Cemetery in Rome, 1873
AMO100609 Shelleys Grave in the New Protestant Cemetery in Rome, 1873 by Scott, William Bell (1811-90); 48x33 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792-1822), British poet; ); eAshmolean Museum; Scottish, out of copyright
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Shelley's Grave: A Timeless Tribute to a Revolutionary Poet". This photo print, taken in 1873 by William Bell Scott, transports us to the serene New Protestant Cemetery in Rome. Standing before us is the final resting place of one of Britain's most influential poets – Percy Bysshe Shelley. The image captures the solemnity and tranquility of this sacred space. Shelley's grave, adorned with a simple gravestone, stands as a testament to his enduring legacy. As we gaze upon it, we cannot help but feel the weight of history and literature that lies beneath our feet. Surrounded by an ancient wall that has witnessed centuries pass by, this burial ground exudes an aura of reverence for those who have departed. In the distance, we catch a glimpse of the iconic Pyramid of Cestius rising against the sky – a symbol both mysterious and poetic. Scott's composition skillfully juxtaposes life and death; light and shadow. The play between sunlight filtering through foliage casts an ethereal glow upon Shelley's final resting place. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in death, his words continue to illuminate minds across generations. As admirers of Shelley's literary genius stand before this evocative scene today at Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, they are transported back to 19th-century Rome – where artistry met mortality amidst timeless beauty.
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