Keats / Severn / Graves
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Keats / Severn / Graves
JOHN KEATS AND JOSEPH SEVERN Graves of the poet and the artist side by side in the Protestant Cemetery in Rome Date: 1795 - 1821
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1795 1821 Brushes Cemetery Graves Headstones Keats Lyre Palette Places Protestant Pyramid Severn
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This evocative image captures the final resting place of two celebrated figures of Romantic literature and art: the poet John Keats (1795-1821) and his friend and mentor, the painter Joseph Severn (1793-1879). The photograph, taken in the Protestant Cemetery in Rome, Italy, dates back to the early 19th century, a time when both men had made their homes in the Eternal City. Keats, known for his poetic masterpieces such as "Ode to a Nightingale" and "Endymion," tragically died of tuberculosis at the young age of 25. Severn, who had been with Keats during his final days, arranged for his friend's funeral and later erected the poet's headstone, which can be seen in the foreground of the photograph. The pyramid-shaped monument, topped with a lyre, is a testament to Keats' enduring legacy as a poet. Severn, who is pictured on the right, is shown with his palette and brushes, symbolizing his career as a successful artist. The two men, who shared a deep bond, are depicted side by side, their headstones merging into one, as if to underscore the interconnectedness of their lives and artistic pursuits. The backdrop of the photograph is the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore, adding to the historical and cultural significance of the scene. The Protestant Cemetery in Rome, where Keats and Severn are buried, has long been a pilgrimage site for lovers of literature and art. This hauntingly beautiful image, with its rich symbolism and historical resonance, offers a poignant reminder of the lives and works of two remarkable men who left an indelible mark on the literary and artistic world.
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