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The Last of the Sirens (engraving)
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The Last of the Sirens (engraving)
6021274 The Last of the Sirens (engraving) by Pinwell, George John (1842-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last of the Sirens. And their shrieks and cries to the stormy skies / Are to me the dearest of melodies. Illustration for Historical and Legendary Ballads and Songs by Walter Thornbury (Chatto and Windus, 1876).); © Look and Learn
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Ballad Ballads Cries Legendary Melodies Sirens Skies Song Songs Stormy The Last Dearest
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The Last of the Sirens
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is a captivating engraving by George John Pinwell that transports viewers to a mythical world filled with enchantment and danger. The print, part of a private collection, depicts the final moments of these mesmerizing creatures known as sirens. In this evocative scene, the sirens' haunting shrieks and cries pierce through stormy skies, creating an eerie melody that captivates the senses. As we gaze upon their ethereal beauty, we are reminded of their significance in historical and legendary ballads and songs. The artwork serves as an illustration for Walter Thornbury's book "Historical and Legendary Ballads and Songs" published in 1876 by Chatto and Windus. It showcases Pinwell's exceptional talent in capturing both the allure and melancholy associated with these mythical beings. This print not only celebrates English literature but also highlights German culture within Europe. With its references to Germany, it invites us to explore connections between different European countries through shared legends and folklore. As we delve into this image from Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy of Bridgeman Images, we are transported back in time to witness the last remnants of a once-powerful species. Through Pinwell's masterful engraving technique, he immortalizes these enigmatic creatures while leaving us longing for more tales from their mystical realm.
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