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Frontispiece: Virgil, Publii Virgilii Maronis Opera, 1641. Creator: Claude Mellan
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Frontispiece: Virgil, Publii Virgilii Maronis Opera, 1641. Creator: Claude Mellan
Frontispiece: Virgil, Publii Virgilii Maronis Opera, 1641. After Nicolas Poussin
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Bare Feet Claude Claude Mellan Laurel Wreath Lyre Mellan Mellan Claude Nicholas Poussin Nicolas Nicolas Poussin Poussin Poussin Nicolas Publius Publius Vergilius Maro Vergil Vergilio Vergilius Maro Vergilius Maro Publius Virgil Winged Barefoot Baroque Era Young Man
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This print showcases the frontispiece of Virgil's renowned work, "Publii Virgilii Maronis Opera" created in 1641 by Claude Mellan. Inspired by Nicolas Poussin's original artwork, this piece beautifully captures the essence of the Baroque era. In this engraving, a young man stands at the center, exuding an air of elegance and grace. He is depicted as an actor, symbolizing the power of art to transport us into different realms. With bare feet firmly planted on the ground, he represents both vulnerability and strength. Wearing a laurel wreath upon his head, a traditional symbol of victory and honor in ancient Greece and Rome, he embodies Virgil himself - one of history's greatest poets. Holding a lyre in his hands, he signifies music's ability to touch our souls. Surrounded by two angelic figures with wings outstretched behind them, this scene evokes a sense of divine inspiration that guided Virgil throughout his writing journey. The intricate details etched by Mellan bring life to each figure on this engraved masterpiece. As we gaze at this remarkable print from France's Metropolitan Museum of Art collection today, it serves as a reminder not only of Virgil's enduring legacy but also celebrates the rich heritage and artistic brilliance that continues to captivate audiences across centuries.
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