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Virgil Reading his Aeneid, 1796 (hand-coloured etching, engraving & stipple engraving
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Virgil Reading his Aeneid, 1796 (hand-coloured etching, engraving & stipple engraving
828647 Virgil Reading his Aeneid, 1796 (hand-coloured etching, engraving & stipple engraving) (also see 745998, 828646) by Bartolozzi, Francesco (1727-1815); 48.5x63.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23304566
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Aeneid Alceste Alcestis Fainting Pair Romanticist Swooning Tragedy Tragic Virgil Angelika Kauffman Dying
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This print captures the intense moment of Virgil reading his Aeneid, a masterpiece that has stood the test of time. Created in 1796 by Francesco Bartolozzi, this hand-coloured etching, engraving & stipple engraving transports us to ancient Rome and immerses us in the tragic world of mythology. In this scene, we witness a female figure swooning and fainting as she listens to Virgil's words. The atmosphere is filled with tragedy and romance, as if death itself looms over them. The artist skillfully portrays the dramatic intensity of the moment, evoking strong emotions within us. Virgil himself appears deeply absorbed in his own creation, embodying both author and poet. His presence exudes an air of wisdom and melancholy as he brings forth mythical tales from his mind. The composition is beautifully balanced with a pair of figures on either side - one dying male figure representing Alcestis from Greek mythology and another angelic female figure symbolizing Angelika Kauffman's artistic interpretation. These additional elements add depth to the narrative while paying homage to classical literature. Through this artwork, Bartolozzi invites us into a world where myth intertwines with reality; where tragedy meets beauty; where life merges with death. It serves as a reminder that even centuries later, these timeless stories continue to captivate our hearts and minds.
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