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Don Quichotte, 1860 (etching)
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Don Quichotte, 1860 (etching)
786016 Don Quichotte, 1860 (etching) by Bracquemond, Felix (1833-1914); 31.1x35.2 cm; New York Public Library, USA; (add.info.: Don Quixote (fully titled The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha (Spanish: El ingenioso hidalgo don Quijote de la Mancha), is a novel by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra.
After Goya.); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22736230
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Adventures Chivalric Creature Creatures Desk Don Quichotte Don Quixote Dream Dreams Fictitious Imagination Nightmare Nightmares Novels Quichotte Quixote Surreal
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This etching, titled "Don Quichotte" transports viewers into the imaginative world of Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra's iconic novel. Created by Felix Bracquemond in 1860, this print captures the essence of Don Quixote's chivalric adventures and surreal encounters. The image depicts a man seated at a desk, engrossed in reading the legendary tale of Don Quixote. As he delves deeper into the story, his surroundings come alive with fantastical creatures and dreamlike landscapes. This portrayal beautifully illustrates the power of literature to transport us beyond reality and ignite our own imaginations. Bracquemond skillfully pays homage to Francisco Goya's influence on depicting nightmares through his intricate details and use of light and shadow. The viewer can almost feel the tension between reality and fantasy as they witness this male figure immersed in his literary journey. "Don Quichotte" serves as a reminder that literature has the ability to transcend time and space, allowing readers to embark on their own personal quests alongside unforgettable characters like Don Quixote himself. It celebrates both the enduring legacy of Cervantes' masterpiece and its profound impact on generations of readers worldwide. Displayed proudly within New York Public Library's collection, this etching invites us all to embrace our dreams, explore new realms through literature, and be inspired by tales that awaken our sense of adventure.
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