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The Escape of Glaucus and Ione, with the Blind Girl Nydia, from Pompeii
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The Escape of Glaucus and Ione, with the Blind Girl Nydia, from Pompeii
CH402115 The Escape of Glaucus and Ione, with the Blind Girl Nydia, from Pompeii, 1860 (oil on canvas) by Poole, Paul Falconer (1807-79); 109.2x153.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23010474
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Blind Deck Escape Escaping Glaucus Lyre Nereid Nymph Pompeii Sea God Ione
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The Escape of Glaucus and Ione, with the Blind Girl Nydia, from Pompeii". In this oil painting by Paul Falconer Poole, we are transported to ancient Pompeii during a moment of great peril and hope. The scene depicts the dramatic escape of Glaucus and Ione, accompanied by the blind girl Nydia, as they flee from the doomed city. The composition is filled with tension and emotion. On a deck overlooking the vast sea, Glaucus stands tall and resolute, his lyre in hand symbolizing his connection to music and poetry. Beside him sits Ione, her expression reflecting both fear and determination as she clings onto him for safety. Nydia, portrayed as a delicate nymph-like figure despite her blindness, adds an air of mystery to the narrative. With her hands gracefully placed on her lap, she seems lost in thought while still being an integral part of their escape. The mythological elements further enhance this powerful image. As Nereid nymphs emerge from beneath the waves behind them - their ethereal beauty contrasting against the darkening sky - it becomes clear that divine forces are at play in guiding these mortals towards freedom. Poole's masterful brushwork brings every detail to life; from the turbulent waves crashing against their vessel to the intricate folds of clothing billowing in the wind. This painting not only captures a pivotal moment in mythology but also serves as a reminder of human resilience when faced with adversity. Through
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