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Death of Eurydice or Morte d Euridice, Book X, illustration from Ovid
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Death of Eurydice or Morte d Euridice, Book X, illustration from Ovid
STC415866 Death of Eurydice or Morte d Euridice, Book X, illustration from Ovids Metamorphoses, Florence, 1832 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ademollo, Luigi (1764-1849); Private Collection; (add.info.: P. Ovidii Nasonis Metamorphoseon Libri XV cum Appositis Italico Carmine* Interpretationibus ac Notis, 5 Vols (Florence, 1824, repr. 1832); Orpheus wife; ); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
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© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Greek Myth Metamorphosis Mourners Orpheus Ovid Wedding Day
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The captivating print titled "Death of Eurydice or Morte d Euridice, Book X" transports us to the ancient world of Greek mythology. Created by Luigi Ademollo in 1832, this hand-coloured engraving beautifully illustrates a tragic moment from Ovid's Metamorphoses. In this scene, we witness the heart-wrenching demise of Eurydice, wife of Orpheus. The artist skillfully captures the essence of mourning as grief-stricken figures surround the lifeless body of Eurydice. Their sorrowful expressions and gestures convey an overwhelming sense of loss and despair. Eurydice's untimely death on her wedding day is a poignant reminder that even in mythological tales, tragedy can strike when least expected. The image depicts not only the anguish felt by her husband Orpheus but also serves as a testament to love's ability to transcend boundaries. Ademollo's attention to detail is evident in every stroke, bringing forth a sense of realism despite its classical subject matter. This engraving serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a visual representation of one of literature's most enduring stories. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder's Stapleton Collection, we are reminded once again that art has the power to transport us through time and evoke deep emotions within our souls.
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