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The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving)
741541 The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving) by Picart, Bernard (1673-1733); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: According to Greek legend, in order to escape from Crete, Daedalus made wings of wax and feathers for himself and his son, but Icarus flew too near the Sun and his wings melted and he fell to his death. La Chute d Icare. der Fall von Icarus.); French, out of copyright
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The Fall of Icarus, 1731 (engraving) captures the tragic tale of Icarus and his ill-fated flight. In this stunning print by Bernard Picart, we witness the culmination of a Greek legend that warns against hubris and the consequences of defying nature's limits. According to the myth, Daedalus constructed wings made of wax and feathers for himself and his son, Icarus, enabling them to escape from Crete. However, in their exhilarating flight towards freedom, Icarus became consumed by his own audacity. Ignoring his father's warnings not to fly too close to the Sun, he soared higher and higher until the scorching heat melted his delicate wings. Picart masterfully portrays this pivotal moment as Icarus plummets towards an unforgiving sea below. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke; from the intricate patterns on Daedalus' wing design to the despair etched upon his face as he witnesses his beloved son's tragic demise. This engraving serves as a poignant reminder that even our most ambitious aspirations can lead us astray if we fail to acknowledge our limitations. It urges us to reflect on our own flights of fancy and consider how unchecked ambition can result in devastating consequences. As we gaze upon this timeless artwork, let us remember Icarus' fall not only as a cautionary tale but also as a testament to human resilience – for it is through adversity that we learn
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