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The Farewell of Telemachus and Eucharis, 1818 (oil on canvas)
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The Farewell of Telemachus and Eucharis, 1818 (oil on canvas)
3545833 The Farewell of Telemachus and Eucharis, 1818 (oil on canvas) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); 88.3x103.2 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: In Homers Odyssey, Calypso keeps the Greek hero on her island Ogygia as he returns from the Trojan War. His son Telemachus and old friend Mentor are shipwrecked on the island as they look for him. Telemachus is entertained by nymphs including Eucharis, with whom he falls in love, but as a dutiful son he has to leave to continue his search.); French, out of copyright
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Calypso Dutiful Duty Epic Farewell Grotto Homer Jacques Louis David Neo Classicism Neoclassical Neoclassicism Nymph Odysseus Odyssey Parting Telemachus Ulysses Neo Classical Ogygia
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The Farewell of Telemachus and Eucharis
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is a captivating oil painting by Jacques Louis David that depicts a poignant moment from Homer's Odyssey. In this neoclassical masterpiece, we witness the emotional parting between Telemachus, the son of Odysseus, and his newfound love interest, Eucharis. Set in Calypso's enchanting island of Ogygia, Telemachus finds himself torn between duty and desire. As he embarks on his quest to find his father, he must bid farewell to Eucharis and leave behind the paradise they have shared. The painting captures their tender embrace as they stand amidst a lush grotto surrounded by nymphs. David skillfully portrays the conflicting emotions felt by both characters. Telemachus' sorrowful expression reveals the weight of responsibility upon him as he walks away with a walking stick in hand. Meanwhile, Eucharis gazes longingly at her departing lover with an air of sadness mixed with understanding. The artist's mastery lies in his ability to convey not only the mythological narrative but also universal themes such as duty and sacrifice within this classical setting. Through intricate details like the sword resting against a rock and a faithful dog at their feet symbolizing loyalty, David adds layers of meaning to this evocative scene. "The Farewell of Telemachus and Eucharis" serves as an enduring testament to David's talent for capturing human emotion through historical storytelling. This iconic
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