Melpomene Euterpe open stage cloth Title page

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Melpomene Euterpe open stage cloth Title page

Melpomene and Euterpe open the stage cloth Title page for: D. Lingelbach, The discovered schyndeugd, 1687/1690, Melpomene (mourning play) and Euterpe (music, lyric) open the stage cloth together. A woman suckles her child on stage, there are two children on her left and right. The womans arm leans on a beehive, a symbol of the Amsterdam theater. In the distance the winged horse Pegasus, Melpomene (one of the Muses), Melpomene (Ripa), Euterpe (one of the Muses), Euterpe (Ripa), feeding a baby, bee-hive, Pegasus, the winged horse, Christoffel Lubienitzki (mentioned on object), 1669 - 1729, paper, etching, h 137 mm × w 89 mm

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Media ID 19541991

© Artokoloro

1669 1687 1690 1729 Baby Bee Hive Beehive Distance Euterpe Feeding Melpomene Muses Music Open Pegasus Ripa Stage Symbol Two Children Winged Horse Lingelbach Lyric Mentioned

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the enchanting scene of Melpomene and Euterpe opening the stage cloth for D. Lingelbach's play, "The Discovered Schyndeugd" dating back to 1687-1690. The image showcases a woman breastfeeding her child on stage, surrounded by two other children on her left and right. Her arm gracefully rests upon a beehive, symbolizing the renowned Amsterdam theater. In the distance, we catch sight of Pegasus, the winged horse, alongside Melpomene and Euterpe - both muses associated with mourning plays and music respectively. This composition beautifully blends elements of theatrical artistry with mythological symbolism. The artist skillfully employs paper etching techniques to bring this historical moment to life in a compact size measuring 137mm in height and 89mm in width. Interestingly, Christoffel Lubienitzki is mentioned on the object itself; he was an influential figure from 1669 to 1729. As we delve into this remarkable piece from the Liszt Collection, it becomes evident that it holds immense cultural significance beyond its aesthetic appeal. It serves as a testament to the rich history of theater arts while also highlighting themes of motherhood and nurturing within a theatrical context.

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