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Aoife sends the Children of Lir to Wander the Sea (pencil)
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Aoife sends the Children of Lir to Wander the Sea (pencil)
6200421 Aoife sends the Children of Lir to Wander the Sea (pencil) by Duncan, John (1866-1945); 20.3x12.7 cm; The McManus, Dundee, UK; (add.info.: Sketch book with the number 13 written on the front cover, containing 60 sketches and illustrations; writings on tempera paint and artists including Botticelli, by John Duncan (1866-1945)
Purchased 1981 with support from the National Fund for Acquisitions); Dundee Art Galleries and Museums; Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 23606372
© Dundee Art Galleries and Museums / Bridgeman Images
19 19th Xix Xixth Nineteenth Century Celtic Celtic Revival Crashing Irish Mythology Jealous Jealousy Metamorphosis Pencil Rocks Siblings Sketchbook Swans Transformation Transforming Waves Aoife Myths Step Mother
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The captivating pencil print titled "Aoife sends the Children of Lir to Wander the Sea" by John Duncan takes us on a journey into Irish mythology and the realm of enchantment. The artwork, measuring 20.3x12.7 cm, is part of a sketchbook containing 60 sketches and illustrations. In this mesmerizing piece, we witness the tragic tale of the Children of Lir unfold before our eyes. Aoife, their jealous stepmother, casts a spell upon them out of envy for their father's love. Transformed into graceful swans with shimmering feathers, they are condemned to wander the vast sea for nine hundred years. Duncan's intricate pencil strokes beautifully capture the essence of this Celtic revival legend. The scene depicts crashing waves against rugged rocks as these young siblings navigate through their newfound existence as majestic birds. The artist skillfully portrays both vulnerability and resilience in these children who have been forced to endure an eternal metamorphosis. We can almost feel their longing for freedom and human form emanating from the page. This poignant artwork not only showcases Duncan's talent but also serves as a reminder of how ancient myths continue to captivate our imagination across time and cultures. It invites us to reflect on themes such as jealousy, transformation, and familial bonds that resonate with audiences even today.
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