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Venti, the Winds (engraving)
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Venti, the Winds (engraving)
7164193 Venti, the Winds (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Venti, the Winds. Illustration for A Classical Dictionary of Biography, Mythology, and Geography by William Smith (16th edn, John Murray, 1878).); © Look and Learn
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Athenians Athens Gales Latium Meteorlogical The Temple The Winds Wind Windy Zephyr Zephyrus Greece Greek Greeks Mythological Character Mythological Figure Myths Pagan Paganism Pagans Polytheism Polytheist
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This engraving titled "Venti, the Winds" takes us back to 19th century Europe, specifically Athens, Greece. The artwork is part of a private collection and was created by an English School artist. It was originally featured in William Smith's A Classical Dictionary of Biography, Mythology, and Geography. The illustration showcases a temple set against the backdrop of ancient Rome. In Greek mythology, Venti represents the winds and holds great significance in meteorology and science during that era. This piece beautifully captures the mythological figure Zephyr as he stands near the temple. The intricate details of this engraving transport viewers to a time when paganism and polytheism were prevalent religious practices. The Italian influence is evident through symbols such as the Italian flag subtly incorporated into the artwork. As we admire this historical masterpiece, it serves as a reminder of how weather patterns have always fascinated humanity throughout history. With scientific methods still developing at that time, people relied on mythological explanations for natural phenomena like wind. This print not only celebrates artistic craftsmanship but also offers insight into cultural beliefs from centuries ago. Its presence adds depth to any art collection while inviting contemplation about our ever-evolving understanding of nature's forces.
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