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Mentor and Telemachus, Having Survived the Storm, Are Spirited to the Island of Calypso... 1808. Creator: Bartolomeo Pinelli
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Mentor and Telemachus, Having Survived the Storm, Are Spirited to the Island of Calypso... 1808. Creator: Bartolomeo Pinelli
Mentor and Telemachus, Having Survived the Storm, Are Spirited to the Island of Calypso on a Mast, from The Adventures of Telemachus, Book 6, 1808
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Mentor and Telemachus, Having Survived the Storm, Are Spirited to the Island of Calypso" is a captivating pen and ink drawing by the 19th century Italian artist, Bartolomeo Pinelli. This masterpiece, created in 1808, is a testament to the rich heritage of adventure and mythology that has captivated the human imagination for centuries. The drawing depicts two figures, Mentor and Telemachus, clinging to a mast as they are carried towards the enchanting island of Calypso, having miraculously survived a fierce storm at sea. The grey and brown hues of the drawing perfectly capture the tumultuous weather, with the waves crashing around them, their white caps reaching out to touch the boat. The men, dressed in brown clothing, appear determined and resilient, their faces etched with the weariness of their harrowing journey. The drawing is a visual representation of Book 6 of Homer's Odyssey, where Telemachus, accompanied by his mentor Mentor, sets sail in search of his father, Odysseus. After surviving a storm, they are washed ashore on the island of Calypso, where they are welcomed by the nymph Calypso herself. Pinelli's use of pen and black ink with brush and grey and brown wash over traces of black chalk on ivory laid paper laid down on board brings the scene to life, transporting the viewer to the heart of the Mediterranean Sea. The drawing is a beautiful example of the artist's skill in capturing the essence of a literary classic and transforming it into a visual masterpiece. This work of art is now part of the impressive collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to inspire and delight visitors from all over the world. The drawing is a reminder of the enduring power of mythology and the artistry of the past, inviting us to explore the depths of human creativity and the wonders of the world around us.
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