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Ceres looking Proserpina Ceres goddess agriculture
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Ceres looking Proserpina Ceres goddess agriculture
Ceres looking for Proserpina, Ceres, goddess of agriculture, drives veiled with a torch in her hand on a door dragons drawn carriage. She is looking for her daughter Proserpina who has been robbed by Pluto. In the foreground, women are sitting by a stream where monstrous creatures swim. Scene from the Metamorphoses of Ovid. Most important deeds: Ceres in search of the daughter Proserpina, whom Pluto carried off, Gerard de Lairesse, 1670 - 1675, paper, etching, h 111 mm × w 154 mm
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Media ID 19546813
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1670 1675 Agriculture Ceres Foreground Gerard De Lairesse Goddess Hand Metamorphoses Ovid Pluto Proserpina Robbed Scene Search Sitting Stream Torch Women
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This print from the Liszt Collection showcases a mesmerizing scene inspired by Ovid's Metamorphoses. In this artwork titled "Ceres looking for Proserpina" we witness Ceres, the goddess of agriculture, on a determined quest to find her beloved daughter who has been abducted by Pluto. The image depicts Ceres driving a majestic carriage adorned with dragons, veiled and holding a torch in her hand. Her resolute gaze reveals both anguish and determination as she embarks on this perilous journey. The artist, Gerard de Lairesse, skillfully captures the essence of Ceres' maternal love and unwavering resolve. In the foreground of the image, we see women seated beside a tranquil stream where monstrous creatures swim ominously. This juxtaposition symbolizes the chaos that ensues when nature is disrupted by such an unfortunate event. Lairesse's etching technique brings depth and intricacy to every detail within this small yet powerful composition. The delicate lines and shading create an atmosphere filled with tension and anticipation. This artwork encapsulates one of the most significant episodes in Greek mythology - Ceres' relentless search for her stolen daughter. It serves as a poignant reminder of a mother's unyielding love and highlights themes of loss, resilience, and hope that resonate throughout time
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