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Tannhauser on the Venusberg, 1864 (oil on canvas)
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Tannhauser on the Venusberg, 1864 (oil on canvas)
XOS1249102 TannhAÔé¼user on the Venusberg, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Fantin-Latour, Ignace Henri Jean (1836-1904); 120x153 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; (add.info.: In the Venusberg, magical mountain abode of Venus, the minstrel TannhAÔé¼user halfheartedly praises the goddess of beauty, who for more than a year has bestowed her love upon him. Venus promises greater revels when TannhAÔé¼user asks for his freedom, but she curses his hopes of salvation when he longs for the simple pleasures and pains of earthly life.
); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12738878
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Aphrodite Bacchanalia Bacchanalian Lover Venus Wagner Lovers
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This print showcases Ignace Henri Jean Fantin-Latour's masterpiece, "Tannhauser on the Venusberg". Painted in 1864 with oil on canvas, this artwork measures 120x153 cm and is currently housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art in California, USA. The painting depicts a scene from Richard Wagner's opera "Tannhauser" where the protagonist finds himself in the enchanting abode of Venus known as the Venusberg. In this magical mountain retreat, Tannhauser reluctantly praises the goddess of beauty while yearning for his freedom and longing for earthly pleasures. Fantin-Latour skillfully captures this moment by portraying a group of dancers immersed in a bacchanalian celebration. The vibrant colors and dynamic composition bring to life the energy and sensuality that permeate throughout the scene. Through this artwork, we are transported into a world of mythological legends and divine allure. It serves as a reminder that even though love may be enticing, it can also come at great cost. The contrast between heavenly desires and earthly longings is beautifully depicted through Fantin-Latour's brushstrokes. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of Wagner's timeless opera and its exploration of human desires, sacrifice, and redemption. This piece invites us to reflect on our own aspirations and contemplate whether true fulfillment lies within celestial realms or amidst simple joys found here on Earth.
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