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XJF147315 Poetry and Music, the Nine Muses inspiring Arion, Orpheusan Pythagoras, under the auspices of the Personified Air, source of all Harmony, from the Liber Pontificalis (Book of the Popes) illustration from Science and Literature in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, written and engraved by Paul Lacroix, 1878 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Italian School, (13th century); Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright
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Calliope Clio Erato Euterpe Four Winds Melpomene North Polyhymnia Pythagore South Terpsichore Thalia Urania West Wind Zephyr Auster
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This print titled "Poetry and Music, the Nine Muses inspiring Arion, Orpheus, and Pythagoras" takes us on a journey back to the Middle Ages and Renaissance era. The image showcases an intricate illustration from the Liber Pontificalis (Book of the Popes), beautifully engraved by Paul Lacroix in 1878. In this enchanting scene, we witness the nine muses - Clio, Euterpe, Thalia, Melpomene, Terpsichore, Erato, Urania, Calliope, and Polyhymnia - emanating inspiration upon three legendary figures. Arion plays his lyre while Orpheus strums his lute with utmost passion. Meanwhile, Pythagoras stands in awe as he absorbs their harmonious melodies. Hovering above them is Personified Air itself; its ethereal presence symbolizes the source of all harmony. The four winds - Zephyr representing west wind, Favonius for east wind, Aquilo for north wind, and Auster for south wind- dance around Personified Air like graceful spirits. The composition exudes a sense of divine influence on creativity and knowledge. It reminds us that poetry and music have always been intertwined throughout history as powerful forces that touch our souls. This remarkable artwork not only captures a moment frozen in time but also invites us to reflect on the timeless connection between artistry and nature's elements. As we admire this masterpiece from an Italian School
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