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Virgils Aeneid: Aeneas and Helen (colour litho)
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Virgils Aeneid: Aeneas and Helen (colour litho)
7183469 Virgils Aeneid: Aeneas and Helen (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aeneas and Helen. Illustration of The Childrens Aeneid, Told from Virgil in Simple Language, by Alfred J Church (Seeley, Service 1925).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 24741478
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This color lithograph print titled "Virgil's Aeneid: Aeneas and Helen" transports us to the ancient world of Roman mythology. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this artwork is part of a private collection. The illustration depicts a scene from Alfred J Church's book "The Children's Aeneid" which retells Virgil's epic poem in simple language. In this particular moment, we witness the meeting between two iconic figures - Aeneas and Helen. The vibrant colors bring life to the fiery elements surrounding them. Amidst billowing smoke and flames, we see soldiers gathered around a campfire, evoking images of military camps during ancient times. This portrayal captures both the intensity of combat troops and the poetic essence that permeates throughout Virgil's work. The inclusion of tobacco-related imagery adds an intriguing layer to this piece. Perhaps it serves as a reminder of how literature has often been intertwined with vices like smoking addiction throughout history. Overall, this lithograph offers a glimpse into Roman antiquity while highlighting the power and influence of poetry in shaping cultural narratives. It reminds us that even centuries later, these timeless works continue to captivate our imagination and inspire artistic interpretations.
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