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Washington, Library of Congress Mural - Keats Endymion
Washington DC, USA - Mural - Poetry Series by Henry Oliver Walker (1843-1929). Found in the Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson Building. Keats Endymion - The shepherd boy asleep on Mount Latmus. Date: 1920
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1. Title: "Keats' Endymion: A Poetic Tribute to Romantic Literature in the Hallowed Halls of the Library of Congress" The captivating mural, "Keats' Endymion," graces the walls of the Thomas Jefferson Building in the Library of Congress, Washington D.C., USA. Painted by Henry Oliver Walker (1843-1929) in 1920, this exquisite work of art is part of the Poetry Series, a collection of murals that adorn the building's interior. The mural depicts a scene from John Keats' famous poem "Endymion: A Vision," where the shepherd boy Endymion is shown asleep on Mount Latmus. The tranquil image of the sleeping shepherd boy, nestled among the verdant landscape and bathed in the gentle glow of the moon, is a symbolic representation of the power of poetry to transport the mind and spirit to realms of beauty and wonder. Walker's masterful brushstrokes bring to life the ornate details of the scene, from the intricate patterns of the shepherd's cloak to the delicate folds of the mountain terrain. The mural's rich colors and textures evoke a sense of timelessness and serenity, transporting viewers to a world where the power of poetry can be fully appreciated. The inclusion of this mural in the Library of Congress, a renowned institution dedicated to preserving the literary and cultural heritage of the United States, is a testament to the enduring influence of Keats' poetry and the importance of artistic expression in shaping our collective cultural identity. As visitors wander the halls of the Thomas Jefferson Building, they are invited to pause and reflect on the beauty and power of poetry, as embodied in this stunning mural by Henry Oliver Walker. "Keats' Endymion" serves as a reminder of the transformative potential of art to inspire, uplift, and transport us beyond the boundaries of our everyday lives.
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