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Vignettes of cupids or genii playing at hunting and racing
Vignettes of cupids or genii playing at hunting and racing.. Vignettes of cupids or genii playing at hunting and racing. Above, a dynamic depiction of the Genius of the Hunt with spears, dogs and stags. Below, two genii race chariots pulled by dolphins in the sea - one seems to be asleep like the famous ferryman of Aeneas. Copperplate engraved by Tommaso Piroli from his own Antichita di Ercolano (Antiquities of Herculaneum), Rome, 1789
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In this vignette, Tommaso Piroli's engraving, "Vignettes of Cupids or Genii Playing at Hunting and Racing," transports us back to the classical world of ancient Rome. Above, the Genius of the Hunt is depicted in dynamic motion, armed with spears and accompanied by dogs and stags. The Genius, a personification of the protective spirit of a particular activity or place, embodies the excitement and thrill of the chase. Below, two genii engage in a lively chariot race, each pulled by playful dolphins in the tranquil sea. The dolphins add an element of whimsy and joy to the scene, while their aquatic setting harks back to the mythological origins of these divine beings. One genius appears to be asleep, reminiscent of the famous ferryman of Aeneas, adding a touch of relaxation and leisure to the otherwise energetic scene. This engraving, "Vignettes of Cupids or Genii Playing at Hunting and Racing," is a stunning example of the artistic and historical significance of the Antichita di Ercolano (Antiquities of Herculaneum) series published in Rome in 1789. The series, which includes numerous engravings of classical artifacts discovered at Pompeii and Herculaneum, showcases the beauty and richness of the ancient Roman world. This particular vignette, with its lively depiction of mythological figures and playful dolphins, is a testament to the enduring allure of classical history and mythology.
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