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Canto 14, Stanza 45, from Orlando Furioso, 1774. 1774. Creator: Nicolas de Launay
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Canto 14, Stanza 45, from Orlando Furioso, 1774. 1774. Creator: Nicolas de Launay
Canto 14, Stanza 45, from Orlando Furioso, 1774. [Scudi spezza, elmi schiaccia, e un colpo spesso / Spegne i cavalli a i cavalieri appresso]
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Ariosto Ariosto Ludovico Battista Cipriani Cipriani Cipriani Giovanni Battista Epic Poem Etching And Engraving Giovanni Battista Giovanni Battista Cipriani Killing Knight Knights Launay Launay Nicolas De Ludovico Ludovico Ariosto Nicolas De Nicolas De Launay Orlando Furioso Poem Poetry
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This print showcases a scene from Canto 14, Stanza 45 of the renowned epic poem Orlando Furioso, created by Nicolas de Launay in 1774. The image depicts a gripping moment of intense battle and destruction. With remarkable precision, De Launay captures the essence of this stanza which reads: "Scudi spezza, elmi schiaccia, e un colpo spesso / Spegne i cavalli a i cavalieri appresso" (He shatters shields and crushes helmets with frequent blows / Killing horses along with their riders). The artist's skillful etching and engraving techniques bring to life the ferocity of combat as knights valiantly fight on horseback. Amidst the chaos, death looms ominously over both man and beast. This powerful visual representation perfectly complements Ludovico Ariosto's poetic masterpiece. As we delve into this historic artwork, we are transported back to eighteenth-century France where Giovanni Battista Cipriani's influence is evident in its Italian origins. Housed within the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece stands as a testament to centuries-old literature merging seamlessly with visual arts. Nicolas de Launay's talent shines through his meticulous attention to detail; every stroke conveys emotion while maintaining an air of timelessness. This photograph serves as a reminder that art has no boundaries - it transcends language barriers and connects us all through shared human experiences
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