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Midas Washing Source Pactolus ca 1627 Oil canvas
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Midas Washing Source Pactolus ca 1627 Oil canvas
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1594 1665 1627 Allegory Gift Les Andelys Long Metamorphoses Midas Nicolas Poussin Ovid Painted Picture Represents Source Story Touched Turned Vanity
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The captivating print titled "Midas Washing Source Pactolus" takes us back to the year 1627, when French artist Nicolas Poussin created this masterpiece on oil canvas. Measuring an impressive 38 3/8 x 28 5/8 inches (975 x 727 cm), this painting showcases Poussin's exceptional talent and attention to detail. In this picture, we witness King Midas himself as he washes his hands in the legendary source of Pactolus. This scene is a representation of the story found in Ovid's Metamorphoses, where Bacchus offers Midas a gift. The curious king asks that everything he touches turns into gold, unaware of the consequences it would bring. Poussin skillfully captures the moment just before Midas realizes his unfortunate fate. The allegory of vanity is beautifully portrayed through the expression on Midas' face and the golden hue surrounding him. As viewers, we are reminded of how material possessions can blind us from true happiness and fulfillment. Having spent most of his life in Rome after leaving Les Andelys in France, Poussin's paintings often depict historical or mythological narratives with great depth and emotion. With "Midas Washing Source Pactolus" he once again demonstrates his mastery at storytelling through art. This stunning print by Artokoloro allows us to appreciate every brushstroke and color choice made by Poussin over four centuries ago. It serves as a timeless
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