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Stage design for the Opera "Alceste" by von Christoph Willibald Gluck, 1776. Creator: Bélanger, François-Joseph (1744-1818). Stage design for the Opera "Alceste" by von Christoph Willibald Gluck, 1776
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Stage design for the Opera "Alceste" by von Christoph Willibald Gluck, 1776. Creator: Bélanger, François-Joseph (1744-1818). Stage design for the Opera "Alceste" by von Christoph Willibald Gluck, 1776
Stage design for the Opera "Alceste" by von Christoph Willibald Gluck, 1776. Found in the collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France
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This exquisite watercolor and ink on paper stage design is a masterpiece by the renowned French scenic painter, François-Joseph Bélanger, for the opera "Alceste" by the esteemed composer, Christoph Willibald Gluck. Created in 1776, this design was intended for performance at the Théâtre du Palais Royal in Paris. The opera, based on the ancient Greek tragedy "Alcestis" by Euripides, tells the story of Alceste, a self-sacrificing wife who offers to die in place of her husband, Admete. Bélanger's design captures the somber and introspective mood of the opera with its muted color palette and intricate details. The central figure is Alceste, dressed in white, standing before a large, ornate sarcophagus. Surrounding her are various figures, including her husband Admete, who is shown kneeling in prayer, and the goddesses Iris and Mercury, who are poised to whisk Alceste away to the underworld. The design also features intricate details such as columns, draperies, and ornate decorative motifs, all rendered with meticulous precision. The use of light and shadow adds depth and texture to the scene, creating a sense of drama and tension. This stage design is a testament to the artistic collaboration between composer and scenic painter in the production of an opera. It is a rare and beautiful example of the art of theatrical scenic painting in the late 18th century, and a valuable addition to the collection of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France.
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