Named Poet Collection (page 2)

Death Mask, c. 1886-1891 (plaster cast, light brown patina)
986335 Death Mask, c.1886-1891 (plaster cast, light brown patina) by Smith, Charles (fl.1886-91); 27x15x14 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Death Mask)

Characters on a Deck with Faust and Mephisto; Personnages sur une Terrasse avec Fauste et
653380 Characters on a Deck with Faust and Mephisto; Personnages sur une Terrasse avec Fauste et Mephisto, c.1875-1880 (oil on canvas) by Monticelli

Poster advertising Goethes Faust, 1918 (colour litho)
1197714 Poster advertising Goethes Faust, 1918 (colour litho) by Holst Roland, Richard Nicolaus (1868-1938); 114x84 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Holst)

Original drawing for a full-page border, 1892-1895 (indian ink over pencil
1195397 Original drawing for a full-page border, 1892-1895 (indian ink over pencil, heightened with chinese white) by Morris

Aeneas slays Turnus, 1874-c. 1919 (w / c on vellum)
1195392 Aeneas slays Turnus, 1874-c.1919 (w/c on vellum) by English School, (19th century); 33.5x24 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

John Keats (vignette), with title and author, 1924 (paint
1195372 John Keats (vignette), with title and author, 1924 (paint, ink and gold leaf on thick vellum) by Sangorski, Alberto (1862-1932); 6.9x5.9 (oval)

Scene from Troilus and Criseyde, historiated initial B
1195398 Scene from Troilus and Criseyde, historiated initial B, manuscript with full page-border, 1896 (woodcut in black and red) by Morris

Faust and Marguerite, 1868 (oil on panel)
989390 Faust and Marguerite, 1868 (oil on panel) by Lagye, Victor (1829-96); 66.1x83.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Faust and Marguerite. Victor Lagye (1825-1896). Oil on panel

Opening page of Walt Whitmans poem O Captain! My Captain
985740 Opening page of Walt Whitmans poem O Captain! My Captain! with a vignette of a harbour scene, 1928 (illuminated manuscript on vellum, watercolour) by Sangorski

Portrait of Giuseppe Franchi, half-length, holding a bust of Homer, c
990188 Portrait of Giuseppe Franchi, half-length, holding a bust of Homer, c.1771-73 (oil on canvas) by Mengs, Anton Raphael (1728-79); 73x54 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Romeo and Juliet (marble)
1766777 Romeo and Juliet (marble) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Romeo and Juliet. Italian School, 19th century. Inscribed Biggi Faust Carrara)

Angelica and Medoro (oil on canvas)
827658 Angelica and Medoro (oil on canvas) by La Hyre, Laurent de (1606-56); 141.3x140.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Angelica and Medoro. Laurent de Hyre (1606-1656). Oil on canvas

Mercury ordering Calypso to release Ulysses, (oil on canvas)
827816 Mercury ordering Calypso to release Ulysses, (oil on canvas) by Lairesse, Gerard de (1640-1711); 91.4x113.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mercury ordering Calypso to release Ulysses)

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"Named Poet: A Journey Through Art and Literature" Delve into the enchanting world of poetry through the captivating works showcased in this collection. From the meticulously crafted title page to the mesmerizing opening page of the Kelmscott Press edition, each piece invites you to explore a realm where words intertwine with art. "The Nymphs in Homer's Odyssey; Die Nymphen aus Homers Odyssee" transports us to ancient Greece, where mythical beings dance amidst poetic verses. The delicate strokes of watercolor and gilt on paper bring these ethereal creatures to life, evoking a sense of wonder and intrigue. In "Rustam's Seventh Course: He Kills the White Div, " we witness an epic battle depicted in stunning detail. With gouache and gold paint on buff paper, this masterpiece captures Rustam's heroic triumph over a formidable foe from Persian folklore, leaving us awestruck by its sheer power. "Aeneas and the Sibyl of Caumae" enchants us with its vibrant watercolors on vellum. This exquisite portrayal takes us back to ancient Rome as Aeneas consults the prophetic Sibyl, their interaction unfolding against a backdrop that echoes both beauty and mystery. The illuminated manuscript adorned with verses from "Four Men of Different Ages" showcases not only skilled calligraphy but also celebrates poetry itself. As we admire each carefully inked word, we are reminded of how verse can transcend time and connect generations through shared emotions. "The Exiled Poet Nakamaro" tells a poignant tale through intricate details etched onto paper. In this series depicting One Hundred Poems as Told by Nakamaro, we glimpse into his journey filled with longing for home—a testament to poetry's ability to express profound human experiences. With "Venus and Aeneas, " we encounter another breathtaking scene rendered on vellum using watercolors.