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Wall paintings of foliage, fruit, festoons, cupids and Pan
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Wall paintings of foliage, fruit, festoons, cupids and Pan
Wall paintings of foliage, fruit and cupid from House of the Epigrams, V.1.18, arabesque from Casa dei Guerrieri or the House of the Bronzehandlers, I.3.25, and garland of leaves with head of Pan from the House of Caecilius Jucundus, V.1.26. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhns Les Plus Belles Peintures de Pompei (The Most Beautiful Paintings of Pompeii), Leipzig, 1881. Wall paintings of foliage, fruit and cupid from House of the Epigrams, V.1.18, arabesque from Casa dei Guerrieri or the House of the Bronzehandlers, I.3.25, and garland of leaves with head of Pan from the House of Caecilius Jucundus, V.1.26. Chromolithograph by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno from Emile Presuhns Les Plus Belles Peintures de Pompei (The Most Beautiful Paintings of Pompeii), Leipzig, 1881
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Arabesque Caecilius Casa Cupid Epigrams Festoon Foliage Garland Victor
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1. Title: A Feast of Foliage, Fruit, and Mythology: Pompeian Wall Paintings from the House of the Epigrams, Casa dei Guerrieri, and House of Caecilius Jucundus 2. This chromolithograph, created by Victor Steeger after an illustration by Geremia Discanno, showcases three exquisite wall paintings discovered in Pompeii, a city famously preserved by volcanic ash. The paintings, hailing from the House of the Epigrams (V.1.18), Casa dei Guerrieri or the House of the Bronzehandlers (I.3.25), and House of Caecilius Jucundus (V.1.26), depict a lush fusion of foliage, fruit, and mythological motifs. 3. In the foreground of the image, we find the wall painting from the House of the Epigrams, featuring an intricate arabesque design adorned with foliage and fruit. The delicate interplay of greenery and ripe produce creates a sense of abundance and prosperity. 4. Above, the Casa dei Guerrieri painting captivates with its elaborate festoon of leaves and fruit, framing a charming cupid. The playful figure of the amorous god is a common motif in Pompeian wall art, symbolizing love and desire. 5. The third painting, from the House of Caecilius Jucundus, showcases a garland of leaves entwined with the head of Pan, the Roman god of the wild, shepherds, and nature. The image embodies the essence of Pompeian art, which often celebrated the natural world and the mythological figures that inhabited it. 6. These stunning wall paintings, preserved through the remarkable circumstances of Pompeii's burial, offer a glimpse into the rich artistic heritage of ancient Rome. They continue to inspire and captivate viewers with their intricate designs, vibrant colors, and timeless themes.
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