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Mocking Ceres goddess Ceres looking daughter Proserpina

Mocking Ceres goddess Ceres looking daughter Proserpina


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Mocking Ceres goddess Ceres looking daughter Proserpina

Mocking of Ceres, The goddess Ceres, looking for her daughter Proserpina, resting at a hut. She drinks from a jug given to her by an old woman. A small naked boy next to the old woman points to Ceres and laughs at her. The print has a Latin signature. After a painting by Adam Elsheimer, a little boy (Abas, Ascalabus, or Stellio) laughs at Ceres, because she drinks too avidly while she is resting at an old womans house, Hendrick Goudt (mentioned on object), Rome, 1610, paper, engraving, w 246 mm × h 311 mm

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1610 Adam Elsheimer Ceres Drinks Hendrick Goudt Latin Signature Laughs Little Boy Mocking Old Woman Resting Mentioned Stellio


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This print from the Liszt Collection captures a poignant moment in Greek mythology. The scene depicts the goddess Ceres, desperately searching for her beloved daughter Proserpina. Seeking solace and respite, Ceres finds herself resting at a humble hut, where an old woman offers her a jug to quench her thirst. However, what catches our attention is the mischievous presence of a small naked boy standing beside the old woman. With an impish grin on his face, he points mockingly at Ceres and bursts into laughter. This little boy's audacious act seems to be fueled by his amusement at witnessing Ceres drink so eagerly. The Latin signature adorning this print suggests that it is based on Adam Elsheimer's painting. Elsheimer masterfully captured this playful yet bittersweet moment in Rome back in 1610. The engraving itself showcases Hendrick Goudt's skillful interpretation of Elsheimer's original work. As we gaze upon this image, we can't help but feel drawn into its narrative - the anguish of a mother separated from her child juxtaposed with the innocent joy derived from mocking another's vulnerability. It serves as a reminder that even deities are not immune to human emotions and experiences. This remarkable piece invites us to reflect on themes of loss, longing, and perhaps even empathy towards those who find themselves caught between despair and fleeting moments of levity amidst their trials.

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