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Anacreon, Ode LXXVI (engraving)
6009529 Anacreon, Ode LXXVI (engraving) by Porter, Robert Kerr (1777-1842) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ode LXXVI. Illustration for Odes of Anacreon, translated by Thomas Moore, illustrated by Robert Ker Porter and engraved by John Vendramini (John P Thompson, 1805).); © Look and Learn; English, out of copyright
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This engraving, titled "Anacreon, Ode LXXVI" transports us back to the ancient world of Greek lyric poetry. Created by Robert Kerr Porter and engraved by John Vendramini in 1805, this print beautifully illustrates one of Anacreon's odes as translated by Thomas Moore. The scene depicted in the engraving exudes a sense of merriment and revelry. A group of figures can be seen gathered around a table adorned with various drinking vessels. They raise their cups high, celebrating with joyous abandon. The atmosphere is filled with the intoxicating aroma of wine and the echoes of melodious songs. Anacreon himself, known for his passionate hymns and odes, stands at the center of attention. Dressed in classical attire, he holds a lyre in one hand while raising his cup towards the heavens with the other. His eyes sparkle with delight as he leads his companions through an evening filled with music and libations. This enchanting print not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to the enduring power of Anacreon's words across centuries. It invites us to immerse ourselves in an era where artistry flourished alongside indulgence—a reminder that even today we find solace and inspiration within these timeless classics.
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