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The Death of Meleager (pen & ink with gouache on paper)
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The Death of Meleager (pen & ink with gouache on paper)
AMO418075 The Death of Meleager (pen & ink with gouache on paper) by Lippi, Filippino (c.1457-1504); 22.6x23 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Althaea placed the brand that she had stolen from the Fates (the one that the Fates predicted, once engulfed with fire, would kill Meleager) upon the fire, thus fulfilling the prophecy and killing Meleager); © Ashmolean Museum
Media ID 25462020
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
Brand Brands Despair Desperation Distress Distressed Grief Grieving Homer Homeric Iliad Misery Mouring Mournful Preparatory Drawing Westernart Wretch Mourning Myths Pagan Paganism Pagans Polytheism Polytheist
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This print captures the tragic scene of "The Death of Meleager" a pen and ink with gouache on paper artwork by Filippino Lippi. Measuring 22.6x23 cm, this masterpiece is housed in the prestigious Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, UK. In this poignant depiction from Greek mythology, Althaea, a grief-stricken woman, places a stolen brand onto a fire. This act fulfills the prophecy that foretold Meleager's demise once engulfed in flames. The hero's life is tragically cut short as he succumbs to his fate. Lippi's preparatory drawing showcases his meticulous attention to detail and mastery of capturing raw emotion. The composition exudes mourning and distress as Althaea grapples with her decision while surrounded by symbols of misery and despair. "The Death of Meleager" draws inspiration from Homeric tales such as the Iliad, immersing viewers into an ancient world filled with mythological heroes and their untimely demises. It serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's fascination with these timeless stories that explore themes of loss, grief, and destiny. Through this image captured by Bridgeman Images for Fine Art Finder, we are transported into Lippi's artistic vision—a testament to his skillful portrayal of human emotions intertwined with religious symbolism.
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