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Phaeton Drives the Chariot of the Sun or Fetonte Monta il Carro del Sole, Book II
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Phaeton Drives the Chariot of the Sun or Fetonte Monta il Carro del Sole, Book II
STC415820 Phaeton Drives the Chariot of the Sun or Fetonte Monta il Carro del Sole, Book II, 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); The son of Clymene and Apollo, when Apollo offers to grant any wish to prove he is his father, Phaethon asks to drive the chariot of the sun. He is killed in the process.
); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22919466
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This hand-coloured engraving, titled "Phaeton Drives the Chariot of the Sun or Fetonte Monta il Carro del Sole, Book II" transports us to a mythical scene from Ovid's Metamorphoses. Created by Luigi Ademollo in 1832, this illustration showcases his exceptional talent and attention to detail. The image depicts Phaeton, son of Clymene and Apollo, fulfilling his audacious wish to drive the chariot of the sun. As he takes control of the golden chariot pulled by magnificent horses through the celestial skies, we witness both awe and trepidation on his face. The sense of movement is palpable as Phaeton navigates through clouds while holding onto reins tightly. However, this exhilarating ride comes with dire consequences. As legend has it, Phaeton's lack of experience leads him astray and causes chaos on Earth. Unable to control the powerful steeds pulling him across the heavens, he loses control and threatens to scorch our planet with uncontrolled heat. In this poignant moment frozen in time by Ademollo's skilled hand, we are reminded that even grand ambitions can have tragic outcomes. This engraving serves as a visual reminder of humanity's limitations when faced with divine power. With its classical themes and masterful execution, this artwork captures both beauty and tragedy within its intricate details. It stands as a testament to Ademollo's artistic prowess while immortalizing an enduring mythological tale
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