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Giovanni Battista Guarini Collection

Giovanni Battista Guarini, an Italian diplomat, poet, and playwright, is celebrated for his contributions to literature during the Renaissance period

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Design for a theatre piece: Dorinda gives Silvio his dog back, 1715-1798

Design for a theatre piece: Dorinda gives Silvio his dog back, 1715-1798. Creator: Dionys van Nijmegen
Design for a theatre piece: Dorinda gives Silvio his dog back, 1715-1798. Design for a painting

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Design for a theatre piece: the blindfolded Amaryllis grabs Mirtillo, 1715-1798

Design for a theatre piece: the blindfolded Amaryllis grabs Mirtillo, 1715-1798. Creator: Dionys van Nijmegen
Design for a theatre piece: the blindfolded Amaryllis grabs Mirtillo, 1715-1798. Design for a painting

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Giovanni Guarini, Italian poet (engraving)

Giovanni Guarini, Italian poet (engraving)
3647909 Giovanni Guarini, Italian poet (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giovanni Guarini (1538-1612), Italian poet

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Giovanni Battista Guarini, Italian diplomat, poet and playwright (coloured engraving)

Giovanni Battista Guarini, Italian diplomat, poet and playwright (coloured engraving)
6029853 Giovanni Battista Guarini, Italian diplomat, poet and playwright (coloured engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giovanni Battista Guarini (1538-1612)

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Corisca, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Corisca, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Corisca, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Tirenio, Montano and Carino, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Tirenio, Montano and Carino, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Tirenio, Montano and Carino, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Uranio and Carino, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Uranio and Carino, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Uranio and Carino, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Corisca and Linco, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Corisca and Linco, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Corisca and Linco, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Ergasto and Corisca, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Ergasto and Corisca, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Ergasto and Corisca, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Coridone, Lover of Corisca, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Coridone, Lover of Corisca, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Coridone, Lover of Corisca, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Montano, Carino and Dameta, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Montano, Carino and Dameta, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Montano, Carino and Dameta, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Chorus of Shepherds and Ergasto, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Chorus of Shepherds and Ergasto, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Chorus of Shepherds and Ergasto, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Chorus of Shepherds: Carino, Montano and Mirtillo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Chorus of Shepherds: Carino, Montano and Mirtillo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Chorus of Shepherds: Carino, Montano and Mirtillo, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Silvio and Dorinda, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Silvio and Dorinda, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Silvio and Dorinda, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Chorus of Shepherds and Priests: Montano, Mirtillo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Chorus of Shepherds and Priests: Montano, Mirtillo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Chorus of Shepherds and Priests: Montano, Mirtillo, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Silvio, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Silvio, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Silvio, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Chorus of Hunters and Shepherds, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Chorus of Hunters and Shepherds, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Chorus of Hunters and Shepherds, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Corisca, Amarilli and Mirtillo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Corisca, Amarilli and Mirtillo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Corisca, Amarilli and Mirtillo, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Titiro and Messo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Titiro and Messo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Titiro and Messo, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Linco, Silvio and Dorinda, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Linco, Silvio and Dorinda, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Linco, Silvio and Dorinda, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Nicandro and Amarilli, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Nicandro and Amarilli, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Nicandro and Amarilli, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Amarilli and Mirtillo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Amarilli and Mirtillo, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Amarilli and Mirtillo, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Silvio, Dorinda and Linco, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur

Silvio, Dorinda and Linco, 1640. Creator: Johann Wilhelm Baur
Silvio, Dorinda and Linco, 1640

Background imageGiovanni Battista Guarini Collection: Silvio Approaches Dorinda whom He Has Wounded with an Arrow... ca. 1700

Silvio Approaches Dorinda whom He Has Wounded with an Arrow... ca. 1700
Silvio Approaches Dorinda whom He Has Wounded with an Arrow (Il Pastor Fido, act IV, scene 8), ca. 1700


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Giovanni Battista Guarini, an Italian diplomat, poet, and playwright, is celebrated for his contributions to literature during the Renaissance period. This engraving captures the essence of Guarini's brilliance and creativity. With a colored touch, it brings to life the characters from his famous works such as "Corisca, " "Tirenio, " "Montano, " and "Carino. " The detailed illustrations by Johann Wilhelm Baur depict scenes filled with passion and emotion. In one image titled "Uranio and Carino, " we witness a captivating encounter between two individuals whose destinies intertwine. Another engraving portrays the enchanting love story of "Ergasto" and "Corisca. " Their affectionate gazes speak volumes about their deep connection. Guarini's most renowned character, Coridone, lover of Corisca, also takes center stage in this collection. Through these engravings by Johann Wilhelm Baur, we are transported into a world where love conquers all obstacles. The chorus of shepherds adds another layer of charm to Guarini's works. In one scene featuring Ergasto amidst them, we can almost hear their melodious voices harmonizing with nature itself. Meanwhile, Carino, Montano, and Mirtillo form another trio that captivates our attention through their camaraderie. Lastly but not leastly Silvio and Dorinda grace us with their presence in yet another exquisite engraving by Johann Wilhelm Baur. Their tender embrace evokes feelings of warmth and tenderness within our hearts. Giovanni Battista Guarini's legacy lives on through these timeless engravings that capture the essence of his poetic genius. They serve as a visual testament to his ability to transport readers into worlds brimming with emotions - be it love or friendship - leaving an indelible mark on literary history for generations to come.