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Virgil 70-19 BC) Reading the Aeneid to Livia, Octavia and Augustus, 1819
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Virgil 70-19 BC) Reading the Aeneid to Livia, Octavia and Augustus, 1819
XIR61062 Virgil 70-19 BC) Reading the Aeneid to Livia, Octavia and Augustus, 1819 (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); 138 x 142 cm; Musees Royaux des Beaux-Arts de Belgique, Brussels, Belgium; (add.info.: Auguste ecoutant la lecture de l Eneide en presence de son epouse Livie et de sa soeur Octavie evanouie; ); French, out of copyright
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C01st Concentrating Cradling Drape Drapery Emperor Augustus Eneide Listening Empress
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The captivating painting, "Virgil 70-19 BC) Reading the Aeneid to Livia, Octavia and Augustus" by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres, transports us back in time to witness a profound moment of literary enlightenment. The scene unfolds within the opulent walls of ancient Rome as Virgil, the renowned poet and author of the epic poem "Aeneid" captivates his esteemed audience. In this masterpiece, Emperor Augustus reclines on a sumptuous couch while his wife Livy and sister Octavia sit attentively beside him. As Virgil reads aloud from his magnum opus, their faces reflect intense concentration and admiration for both the words being spoken and the man delivering them. Augustus himself appears deeply engrossed in thought; however, fatigue has overcome him as he succumbs to slumber. His naked form draped with delicate fabrics symbolizes vulnerability amidst power. Meanwhile, Octavia's expression reveals her awe-inspired state while cradling a book close to her heart. This painting not only captures a significant historical gathering but also highlights the importance of literature during that era. It showcases how even an emperor can find solace in storytelling and be moved by its enchanting power. Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres masterfully brings together classical elements with intricate details to create a visually stunning composition that immerses viewers into this intimate moment shared between these influential figures. Through this artwork, we are reminded of the timeless allure of literature and
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