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Musical Duel between Apollo and Marsyas (oil on canvas)
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Musical Duel between Apollo and Marsyas (oil on canvas)
XIR241501 Musical Duel between Apollo and Marsyas (oil on canvas) by Novelli, Pietro Antonio (1729-1804); 154x198 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen, France; (add.info.: Duel Musical d Apollon et de Marsyas; ); Italian, out of copyright
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This print captures the intense musical duel between Apollo and Marsyas, depicted in Pietro Antonio Novelli's oil on canvas masterpiece. The grandeur of this artwork, measuring 154x198 cm, can be admired at the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Caen, France. In this scene from Ovid's Metamorphoses (Book 6), we witness a contest between two Greek gods. Apollo, the god of music and arts, skillfully plays his violin with grace and precision. His divine talent is evident as he effortlessly creates enchanting melodies that fill the air. On the other side stands Marsyas, a satyr who dares to challenge Apollo's supremacy by playing his flute with equal passion. The intensity of their rivalry is palpable as they engage in a fierce battle of musical prowess. However, this competition has dire consequences for poor Marsyas. As history tells us, he ultimately faces punishment for daring to challenge a god. This dramatic moment captured by Novelli serves as a reminder of both the power and cruelty that can arise from such contests among mortals and immortals alike. Through this photo print, we are transported back in time to witness this legendary duel firsthand – an awe-inspiring testament to human ambition and divine intervention in artistry.
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