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Coryate & Courtesan
THOMAS CORYATE traveller and author, meeting Margarita Emiliana, described as a bella cortesana of Venetia Date: 1577? - 1617
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1617 Bella Courtesan Margarita Meeting Traveller Venetia
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This image depicts the intriguing encounter between the English traveler and author, Thomas Coryate (1577?-1617), and a Venetian courtesan, Margarita Emiliana, in the late 16th or early 17th century. Coryate, known for his extensive travels throughout Europe and the Middle East, documented his experiences in the influential book "Coryat's Crudities," published in 1611. In this evocative scene, Coryate, dressed in the fashionable attire of the day, engages in animated conversation with the elegant and alluring Margarita Emiliana, who is depicted as a 'bella cortesana' or beautiful courtesan. The courtesans of Venice were renowned for their intelligence, wit, and sophistication, making them popular figures among travelers and visitors to the city. The setting of the encounter is a luxurious indoor space, adorned with rich fabrics, ornate furnishings, and exotic objects, reflecting the opulence and decadence of Venetian high society. The artist masterfully captures the moment of connection between the two figures, as they share a moment of intimacy and exchange ideas, perhaps discussing the latest fashions, literary trends, or current events. This striking image offers a glimpse into the complex and fascinating world of early modern European society, where travel, culture, and the pursuit of knowledge intersected with the allure of beauty, pleasure, and the intrigues of the courtesan's world.
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