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Marphise, 1850-52 (oil on canvas)

Marphise, 1850-52 (oil on canvas)


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Marphise, 1850-52 (oil on canvas)

WLT207154 Marphise, 1850-52 (oil on canvas) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); 82x101 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; (add.info.: from Orlando Furioso by Ludovico Ariosto (1474-1533); Marfisa, a female warrior has unhorsed the knight Pinabello and forced his lady to exchange her clothes with an old beggar woman; Marfise; ); French, out of copyright

Media ID 18252835

© Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA / Bridgeman Images


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The captivating print of "Marphise, 1850-52" transports viewers to a world of medieval fantasy and poetic allure. Painted by the talented Ferdinand Victor Eugene Delacroix, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 82x101 cm and is housed in the prestigious Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, USA. Derived from Ludovico Ariosto's epic poem "Orlando Furioso" the artwork depicts Marfisa, a formidable female warrior who has triumphantly unseated the knight Pinabello. In an act of defiance against societal norms, Marfisa compels Pinabello's lady to exchange her elegant attire with that of an old beggar woman. The painting captures this pivotal moment with striking detail and emotional intensity. Delacroix skillfully portrays Marfisa as a symbol of strength and empowerment amidst a lush woodland setting. Her nudity serves as both vulnerability and liberation, challenging conventional notions of femininity within the context of medieval armor and woodwork. This stunning piece not only showcases Delacroix's mastery in capturing human emotion but also highlights his ability to bring literary narratives to life through visual artistry. As we gaze upon this timeless creation, we are reminded of the enduring power that art holds in transcending time and space while igniting our imagination.

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