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The Death of Procris; Cephalus mournig the death of Procris on the right surrounded by
The Death of Procris; Cephalus mournig the death of Procris on the right surrounded by Cupid and mourning satyrs and nymphs, the goddess of dawn in her chariot in the background, ca. 1540. After Giulio Romano
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Antonio Antonio Lafreri Cephalus Dawn Ghisi Ghisi Giorgio Giorgio Giorgio Ghisi Giulio Giulio Romano Kephalos Lafreri Lafreri Antonio Mannerism Mannerist Mourning Nymph Procris Romano Romano Giulio Satyr Tragic Greek Mythology
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The Death of Procris; Cephalus Mourning the Loss
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. In this print, we are transported to a tragic moment in Greek mythology. The scene depicts Cephalus, a grief-stricken man on the right side of the composition, surrounded by Cupid, mourning satyrs, and nymphs. Their sorrowful expressions mirror his deep anguish as he mourns the death of his beloved Procris. The artist Giorgio Ghisi skillfully captures the emotional intensity of this heartbreaking event. Through intricate engraving techniques, every line and shadow conveys the weight of loss and despair that hangs heavy in the air. The attention to detail is remarkable as each figure is meticulously rendered with delicate precision. In the background, we catch a glimpse of the goddess of dawn gracefully riding her chariot across the sky. This subtle inclusion adds an ethereal quality to the composition while symbolizing hope amidst tragedy. Giulio Romano's influence can be seen in Ghisi's work through its mannerist style characterized by exaggerated poses and dramatic gestures. The contrast between light and dark further enhances this sense of theatricality. This print serves as a testament to both Italian Renaissance artistry and Greek mythology's enduring power to evoke profound emotions within us all. As we gaze upon it, we cannot help but feel drawn into Cephalus' world - a world consumed by grief yet illuminated by love's eternal flame.
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