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Apollo, God of Light, Eloquence, Poetry and the Fine Arts with Urania, Muse of Astronomy
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Apollo, God of Light, Eloquence, Poetry and the Fine Arts with Urania, Muse of Astronomy
500329 Apollo, God of Light, Eloquence, Poetry and the Fine Arts with Urania, Muse of Astronomy, 1789 (oil on canvas)
by Meynier, Charles (1768-1832); 275x235 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase Fund; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23180276
© Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase Fund / Bridgeman Images
Admirer Gods Greek Mythology Laurel Wreath Lyre Swan Swans Allegorical
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This print showcases the magnificent painting "Apollo, God of Light, Eloquence, Poetry and the Fine Arts with Urania, Muse of Astronomy" by Charles Meynier. The artwork depicts Apollo, the Greek god of light and various artistic disciplines, accompanied by Urania, the muse of astronomy. In this grand composition measuring 275x235 cm, Apollo stands tall and majestic in his divine glory. Adorned with a laurel wreath symbolizing victory and swathed in ethereal clouds that exude an aura of mystique. He holds a lyre in his hands while gazing upon Urania with admiration. Urania herself is portrayed as a vision of elegance and grace. Dressed in flowing garments reminiscent of celestial bodies, she gazes back at Apollo with equal reverence. Together they embody the harmonious union between poetry and science. Meynier's masterful brushwork brings to life this allegorical representation from Greek mythology. Every detail is meticulously rendered - from the intricate folds of their garments to the subtle playfulness captured within their expressions. Displayed at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA; this extraordinary piece continues to captivate viewers through its timeless beauty and symbolic significance. It serves as a reminder that artistry transcends boundaries - bridging gaps between different realms such as music, literature, astronomy, and mythology itself.
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