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Embarkation for Cythera, c. 1717 (oil on canvas) (detail of 3755)
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Embarkation for Cythera, c. 1717 (oil on canvas) (detail of 3755)
XIR65335 Embarkation for Cythera, c.1717 (oil on canvas) (detail of 3755) by Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Le Pelerinage a l Ile de Cythere ou Embarquement pour Cythere; ); French, out of copyright
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail from Jean Antoine Watteau's masterpiece, "Embarkation for Cythera". Painted in 1717, this oil on canvas artwork is housed at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The scene depicts a group of lovers embarking on a pilgrimage to the mythical island of Cythera, also known as the birthplace of Venus. In this particular detail, we witness an enchanting moment filled with anticipation and desire. A suitor passionately pursues his beloved fan-wielding partner as they prepare to board the ship. The suitor carries a knapsack symbolizing their journey together towards love and fulfillment. Watteau's exquisite brushwork brings life to each character, evoking emotions that resonate with viewers even centuries later. The delicate play of light and shadow adds depth and mystery to the composition while emphasizing the ethereal beauty surrounding these star-crossed lovers. "Embarkation for Cythera" is not merely a painting; it represents an allegorical exploration of love's pursuit and its transformative power. It invites us to reflect upon our own romantic journeys and reminds us that true love requires courage, devotion, and sometimes even embarking on pilgrimages both physical and emotional. As we admire this extraordinary detail captured by Fine Art Finder from www. bridgemanimages. com, we are transported into Watteau's world—a realm where passion intertwines with mythology—and reminded once again why art has the ability to transcend time
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