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The Fairy Queen Appears to Prince Arthur, 1785-88 (oil on canvas)
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The Fairy Queen Appears to Prince Arthur, 1785-88 (oil on canvas)
3588566 The Fairy Queen Appears to Prince Arthur, 1785-88 (oil on canvas) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli, Johann Heinrich) (1741-1825); 100.5x106.9 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; Swiss, out of copyright
Media ID 23127874
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Arthur Arthurian Didactic Dreamlike Edmund Elizabethan Ethereal Faerie Faerie Queene Fairy Fairy Queen Fussli Gloriana Moral Morality Mysterious Mystery Poetic Prince Arthur Queen Elizabeth Round Table Spenser Supernatural Virtue Virtues Allegorical Queene
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The Fairy Queen Appears to Prince Arthur
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is a captivating oil painting by Henry Fuseli that transports viewers into the mystical realm of legends and fairy tales. The artwork, created between 1785-88, showcases the meeting between Prince Arthur and the enchanting Fairy Queen. In this mesmerizing scene, we witness the convergence of beauty, mystery, and morality. The ethereal presence of the Fairy Queen emanates an otherworldly aura as she reveals herself to Prince Arthur. Her graceful figure embodies virtue and represents a powerful allegory for supernatural forces at play in our lives. Fuseli's dreamlike composition invites us to delve into a poetic narrative inspired by Edmund Spenser's epic poem "The Faerie Queene". This romantic connection with Elizabethan literature adds depth to the painting's symbolism and evokes a sense of wonderment. As we gaze upon this masterpiece, we are transported back in time to an era where chivalry reigned supreme. The round table symbolizes unity among knights while emphasizing their commitment to honor and justice. "The Fairy Queen Appears to Prince Arthur" is not merely a visual feast; it serves as a didactic tool reminding us of timeless virtues that should guide our actions. Fuseli's skillful brushstrokes bring forth both beauty and moral lessons from within this enchanting tale. Displayed at Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland, this exquisite print captures the essence of romance, fantasy, and literary brilliance all within its intricate details.
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