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Cadmus into a Serpent or Cadmo Transformato in Serpe, Book IV
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Cadmus into a Serpent or Cadmo Transformato in Serpe, Book IV
STC415850 Cadmus into a Serpent or Cadmo Transformato in Serpe, Book IV, illustration from Ovids Metamorphoses, Florence, 1832 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ademollo, Luigi (1764-1849); Private Collection; (add.info.: P. Ovidii Nasonis Metamorphoseon Libri XV cum Appositis Italico Carmine* Interpretationibus ac Notis, 5 VoLs (Florence, 1824, repr. 1832); Book IV; Cadmus: Europas brother, he is banished for being unable to recover his sister. He founds a new city called Boeotia.
); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23247612
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cadmus Metamorphosis Ovid Tail Transformation Transforming Serpent Snakes
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This hand-colored engraving, titled "Cadmus into a Serpent or Cadmo Transformato in Serpe, Book IV" takes us on a visual journey through the mythological world of Ovid's Metamorphoses. Created by Luigi Ademollo in Florence, 1832, this print showcases his remarkable talent for capturing classical tales with intricate detail. The scene depicted here is from Book IV of Ovid's epic poem and portrays the transformation of Cadmus into a serpent. Cadmus, brother to Europa and founder of Boeotia, finds himself banished after failing to rescue his sister. In an act of divine intervention, he undergoes a metamorphosis that turns him into a magnificent snake. Ademollo skillfully brings this mythical moment to life through his masterful use of color and composition. The viewer is drawn into the image as they witness the dramatic change taking place before their eyes. The soldiers surrounding Cadmus add depth and intensity to the narrative while emphasizing the power and significance of this transformation. With its rich symbolism and timeless themes, this engraving serves as a reminder of humanity's fascination with mythology throughout history. It captures both the beauty and complexity found within these ancient tales while showcasing Ademollo's artistic prowess. As we gaze upon this stunning piece from Bridgeman Images' Stapleton Collection, we are transported back in time to an era where gods walked among mortals and extraordinary transformations were part of everyday life.
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