Hermes Orders Calypso Release Odysseus Mercury
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Hermes Orders Calypso Release Odysseus Mercury
Hermes Orders Calypso to Release Odysseus, Mercury has appeared in a cloud and orders Calypso to let Odysseus leave. In the right foreground Amor poses with the helmet and sword of Odysseus, Mercury orders Calypso to release Ulysses (Homer, Odyssey V), Gerard Valck (mentioned on object), 1670, paper, etching, h 352 mm × w 480 mm
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Media ID 19536849
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1670 Appeared Cloud Gerard Valck Helmet Homer Mercury Odysseus Sword Mentioned
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In this print from the Liszt Collection, we witness a pivotal moment in Homer's epic tale, The Odyssey. The scene unfolds with Hermes, the messenger of the gods, appearing in a billowing cloud to issue a command to Calypso. With his authoritative presence and divine power, Mercury orders Calypso to release Odysseus from her enchanting island. The artist Gerard Valck masterfully captures the intensity of this encounter through intricate etching on paper. The composition is richly detailed, drawing our attention to various elements within the image. In the right foreground stands Amor, symbolizing love and desire, holding Odysseus' helmet and sword as if guarding them until their rightful owner can be freed. This print not only showcases Valck's artistic skill but also highlights the timeless themes present in Homer's work - perseverance against adversity and longing for homecoming. It serves as a visual reminder of Odysseus' arduous journey back to his beloved Ithaca. As viewers gaze upon this remarkable piece, they are transported into an ancient world where gods intervene in mortal affairs and heroes face extraordinary trials. Through Valck's interpretation of Hermes ordering Calypso to release Ulysses (as he is known in some translations), we are reminded of humanity's enduring quest for freedom and reunion with loved ones.
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