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Sigismunda Mourning over the Heart of Guiscardo, 1759. Artist: William Hogarth
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Sigismunda Mourning over the Heart of Guiscardo, 1759. Artist: William Hogarth
Sigismunda Mourning over the Heart of Guiscardo, 1759. Inspired by Boccaccios Decameron, written in the mid 14th century. From William Hogarth, by Austin Dobson. [Hachette Et Cie, Paris, 1904]
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Austin Dobson Boccaccio Decameron Decamerone Dobson Giovanni Giovanni Boccaccio Grief Grieving Heart Henry Austin Henry Austin Dobson Hogarth Mourning Novella Sadness Sigismonda Sigismunda Sorrow The Decameron W Hogarth Widow William Hogarth
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This print, titled "Sigismunda Mourning over the Heart of Guiscardo" transports us to 18th century England. Created by the renowned British artist William Hogarth in 1759, this artwork was inspired by Giovanni Boccaccio's Decameron, a literary masterpiece from the mid-14th century. In this poignant scene, we witness Sigismunda, a grief-stricken woman dressed in elegant attire, mourning over the heart of her deceased lover Guiscardo. The monochrome tones intensify the sorrowful atmosphere surrounding her as she contemplates love and loss. Hogarth masterfully captures Sigismunda's profound sadness and conveys it through his meticulous attention to detail. Every brushstroke seems to echo her deep sense of grief and longing for her departed beloved. The print not only serves as a visual representation of human emotions but also reflects on themes such as marriage, death, and sorrow prevalent during that era. It stands as a testament to Hogarth's artistic prowess in capturing complex emotions within a single frame. As we gaze upon this remarkable portrait created by one of Britain's most celebrated artists, we are reminded of the enduring power of art to evoke profound emotional responses across centuries.
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