Allegory eloquence Title page N de La Touche

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Allegory eloquence Title page N de La Touche

Allegory of eloquence Title page for: N. de La Touche, L art de bien parler francois, 1720, Allegorical representation with poetry in the middle in a dress embroidered with letters, a cornucopia in the hand, as a reference to the fruitful ideas she expresses. She receives flowers from Mercury (eloquence), Apollo (poetry) and Faith and Wisdom. In the foreground putti who learn to speak and read. In the margin a six-line caption in French, Eloquence, Eloquenza, Fermezza & Gravitell Oratione (Ripa) (symbolic representation of concept), Hermes Logios, Mercury as god of eloquence, symbolic representations, allegories and emblems, poetry, Poesia (Ripa), wisdom, Sapientia, one of the seven gifts of the soul, Faith, Fides, Fede, Fede catholica, Fede christiana, Fede christiana catholica (Ripa), one of the Three Theological Virtues, Bernard Picart (mentioned on object), Amsterdam, paper, engraving, h 150 mm × w 89 mm

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the title page of "Allegory eloquence" by N. de La Touche, published in 1720. The allegorical representation takes center stage, featuring a figure adorned in a dress intricately embroidered with letters, symbolizing the power of language and expression. In her hand, she holds a cornucopia overflowing with fruitful ideas that she articulates through her eloquence. The scene is further enriched by the presence of significant figures surrounding the central character. Mercury, representing eloquence itself, bestows flowers upon her alongside Apollo, the god of poetry. Faith and Wisdom also offer their tokens to acknowledge the profound impact of her words. In the foreground, adorable putti can be seen eagerly learning how to speak and read under this embodiment of eloquence's guidance. Their innocence and curiosity add an element of charm to this symbolic tableau. The margin features a six-line caption written in French: "Eloquence, Eloquenza, Fermezza & Gravitell Oratione" emphasizing various aspects related to communication and rhetoric as depicted by Ripa's symbolic representations. Created using paper engraving techniques in Amsterdam during its time period, this small-sized print measures approximately 150 mm in height and 89 mm in width. It is part of Liszt Collection's remarkable assortment but should not be associated with any commercial use or company affiliation mentioned here for informational purposes only.

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