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Pelias with his daughters or Le Figlie di Pelia Ingannate da Medea, Book VII
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Pelias with his daughters or Le Figlie di Pelia Ingannate da Medea, Book VII
STC415879 Pelias with his daughters or Le Figlie di Pelia Ingannate da Medea, Book VII, illustration from Ovids Metamorphoses, Florence, 1832 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ademollo, Luigi (1764-1849); Private Collection; (add.info.: P. Ovidii Nasonis Metamorphoseon Libri XV cum Appositis Italico Carmine* Interpretationibus ac Notis, 5 VoLs (Florence, 1824, repr. 1832); Book VII; The king who stole Aesons throne; Medea tricks his daughters into thinking she will restore his youth, then kills him.
); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23475652
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Cauldron Chariot Daughters Dragon Dragons Greek Myth Metamorphosis Ovid Pyre
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This hand-coloured engraving, titled "Pelias with his daughters or Le Figlie di Pelia Ingannate da Medea, Book VII" transports us to the mythical world of ancient Greece. Created by Luigi Ademollo in 1832, this illustration is a part of Ovid's Metamorphoses and depicts a pivotal moment in the story. In this scene, we witness the deceitful Medea tricking Pelias' daughters into believing that she possesses the power to restore their father's youth. The composition beautifully captures the tension and vulnerability of these young women as they stand beside their father's chariot. A sense of foreboding lingers in the air as a fearsome dragon lurks nearby, symbolizing impending danger. The artist skillfully portrays both the emotional turmoil and physical transformation that unfolds within this narrative. As Medea carries out her treacherous plan, Pelias meets his tragic demise on a pyre while his daughters look on in horror. The inclusion of a cauldron hints at Medea's sinister intentions and foreshadows her role as an agent of death. Ademollo masterfully combines classical elements with intricate details to create an evocative image that draws viewers into this mythological tale. This engraving not only showcases artistic prowess but also serves as a visual reminder of humanity's fascination with stories from antiquity. As part of The Stapleton Collection, this print preserves Italian cultural heritage and offers us an opportunity to delve deeper
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