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XIR414671 Neptune and Amphitrite or Reawakening of Waters, c.1663 (pen & brown ink & pierre noire & red chalk & grey wash on beige paper) by Le Brun, Charles (1619-90); 49.5x88.9 cm; Louvre (Cabinet de dessins), Paris, France; (add.info.: ou le Reveil des Eaux; b/w photo; black and white photograph; photographed by Adolphe Giraudon c.1898-99; encre brune, sanguine, lavis gris; project for Apollo Gallery in the Louvre; Galerie d Apollon; Apollon; ); French, out of copyright
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This photograph captures the essence of Charles Le Brun's masterpiece, "Neptune and Amphitrite or Reawakening of Waters". Created in 1663, this intricate pen and ink drawing on beige paper depicts a scene filled with divine beauty and mythical symbolism. In the image, Neptune, the god of the sea, stands tall alongside his enchanting consort Amphitrite. Their graceful poses exude power and elegance as they reign over their watery domain. Surrounding them are a group of nereids, nymphs of the sea, along with Triton holding his trident high. Dolphins playfully swim around them while putti cherubs frolic nearby. Le Brun's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every stroke of this study sketch. The artist masterfully captures the movement and fluidity of water through delicate washes of grey. The composition hints at a larger project for Apollo Gallery in the Louvre, showcasing Le Brun's genius as both an artist and designer. Photographed by Adolphe Giraudon in 1898-99, this timeless image offers viewers a glimpse into an ancient world where gods ruled supreme and mythological creatures roamed freely. Preserved within the Louvre Museum's Cabinet de dessins collection in Paris today, this artwork continues to inspire awe and admiration for its artistic brilliance.
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