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Fine Art Print : Mercury orders Calypso let Odysseus leave Mercury
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Mercury orders Calypso let Odysseus leave Mercury
Mercury orders Calypso to let Odysseus leave, Mercury has appeared in a cloud and orders Calypso to let Odysseus leave. In the right foreground Amor poses with the helmet and sword of Odysseus. Mercury orders Calypso to release Ulysses (Homer, Odyssey V), Gerard de Lairesse, 1670, paper, etching, h 259 mm × w 483 mm
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1670 Appeared Cloud Gerard De Lairesse Helmet Homer Mercury Odysseus Sword
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating allure of ancient mythology with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Liszt Collection. This mesmerizing piece showcases Mercury, the Roman god of commerce, love, and messages, intervening in the epic tale of Odysseus. As a shimmering cloud, Mercury commands Calypso, the nymph who had detained Odysseus on her enchanted island, to release the hero from her grasp. In the right foreground, Amor, the god of love, poses with the helmet and sword of Odysseus, symbolizing the irresistible power of desire and the hero's unyielding spirit. Bring the timeless beauty and intrigue of Greek mythology into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Mercury orders Calypso let Odysseus leave" we are transported to a pivotal moment in Homer's Odyssey. The artist, Gerard de Lairesse, skillfully captures the dramatic scene as Mercury materializes within a billowing cloud to issue his command. The central focus of the artwork is on Mercury and Calypso, who stand face-to-face amidst an ethereal backdrop. With authority emanating from his every gesture, Mercury demands that Calypso release the long-suffering hero Odysseus from her enchanting island. The tension between them is palpable, as their contrasting expressions reveal conflicting emotions - determination on Mercury's part and reluctance mixed with sorrow on Calypso's. Adding depth to the composition is Amor positioned in the right foreground. Holding Odysseus' helmet and sword, he symbolizes both love and war - two forces that have shaped Odysseus' journey thus far. This inclusion hints at the challenges awaiting him upon his release. De Lairesse masterfully employs etching techniques to bring this mythological tale to life on paper. Through intricate details and careful shading, he creates a sense of movement within stillness, allowing us to feel present in this mythical realm. This remarkable piece from the Liszt Collection serves as a visual testament to humanity's eternal struggle for freedom against all odds. It reminds us of our capacity for resilience and our relentless pursuit of homecoming even when faced with formidable obstacles
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