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Penelope Undoing her Tapestry (oil on canvas)
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Penelope Undoing her Tapestry (oil on canvas)
XIR223259 Penelope Undoing her Tapestry (oil on canvas) by Bassano, Leandro da Ponte (1557-1622); 92x85 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rennes, France; (add.info.: waited for twenty years for her husband to return to Ithaca; forced to agree to wed one of her suitors once she had finished weaving a shroud for Laertes; weaved during the day but tore it up at night; ); Italian, out of copyright
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The captivating print "Penelope Undoing her Tapestry" transports us to the ancient world of Greek mythology. Painted by Leandro da Ponte Bassano in the late 16th or early 17th century, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 92x85 cm and is currently housed at the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Rennes, France. The image depicts Penelope, wife of Odysseus, as she unravels her painstakingly woven tapestry under candlelight. The scene evokes a sense of mystery and suspense, with chiaroscuro lighting adding depth and drama to the composition. Penelope's story is one of enduring love and unwavering loyalty; she waited for twenty long years for her husband's return to Ithaca while fending off countless suitors. According to legend, Penelope agreed to marry one of her suitors once she finished weaving a shroud for Laertes. However, cleverly avoiding marriage through deception, she would weave during the day only to unravel it secretly at night. This act symbolizes both her devotion to Odysseus and her determination not to be bound by societal expectations. Bassano skillfully captures Penelope's inner turmoil as she contemplates an uncertain future while surrounded by remnants of unfinished work. The painting serves as a poignant reminder that true love can withstand even the harshest tests of time. This remarkable artwork invites us into Penelope's world - a world where strength
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