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The Death of Dido (oil on canvas)
XIR179981 The Death of Dido (oil on canvas) by Sacchi, Andrea (1599-1661); 139.5x148 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen, France; (add.info.: also known as Dido Abandoned ; killed herself to escape marriage to Iarbas; killed herself on his departure from Carthage; ); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 12745321
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Greetings Card Large (A4)
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your greetings with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of greeting cards. Featuring the captivating artwork "The Death of Dido" by Andrea Sacchi, this card showcases the mastery of Fine Art Finder's XIR179981 oil painting. Depicting Dido, the legendary Queen of Carthage, in her final moments, this evocative image is a testament to the depth and emotion found in the world of Fine Art. Share your sentiments in style with this beautifully designed card. Perfect for expressing sympathy, condolences, or deep emotions, this card is a work of art in itself.
Create your own large greetings card. Size when folded is A4 (21x30cm or 8.3x11.7 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29.7cm x 42cm (11.7" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
The Death of Dido
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating oil on canvas painting by Andrea Sacchi that measures 139.5x148 cm and can be found at the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Caen, France. Also known as "Dido Abandoned" this artwork depicts the tragic moment when Dido takes her own life to escape an unwanted marriage to Iarbas. In this poignant scene, we witness Dido's sorrow and despair as she stands near the sea with a sword in hand. Her red cloth symbolizes her royal status and signifies the bloodshed that will soon follow. The rainbow overhead adds a touch of melancholy beauty to the composition, contrasting with the tragedy unfolding below. As the daughter of Belus and ruler of Carthage, Dido was renowned for her courage and leadership. However, it was her blind love for Aeneas, depicted here as her lover clad in armor, that ultimately led to her downfall. Unable to bear his departure from Carthage, she chose death over a life without him. Sacchi's masterful brushwork captures every nuance of emotion in this classical tale from Virgil's epic poem "The Aeneid". The artist skillfully portrays Dido's grief-stricken face and tear-filled eyes while conveying both strength and vulnerability. "The Death of Dido" serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences brought about by passion unchecked by reason—a timeless theme that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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