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Orpheus and Eurydice, 1636-1638. Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
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Orpheus and Eurydice, 1636-1638. Artist: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
Orpheus and Eurydice, 1636-1638. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid
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Eurydice Madrid Metamorphoses Museo Del Prado Orpheus Orpheus And Eurydice Ovid Pieter Paul 1577 1640 Roman Literature Rubens Ancient Greek Roman Mythology
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This print showcases the timeless masterpiece "Orpheus and Eurydice" by renowned artist Pieter Paul Rubens. Created between 1636 and 1638, this painting can be found in the esteemed collection of the Museo del Prado in Madrid. Rubens, a prominent figure of the Baroque period, skillfully brings to life this poignant scene from Roman mythology. The story of Orpheus and Eurydice is beautifully depicted on canvas, capturing the essence of their tragic love affair. In this artwork, we witness Orpheus' desperate attempt to rescue his beloved Eurydice from the clutches of death. With his lyre in hand, he serenades Hades and Persephone with such haunting melodies that they are moved to grant him permission to bring back his wife from the underworld. However, there is one condition - Orpheus must not look back at her until they have reached the world above. The tension mounts as Rubens portrays that fateful moment when doubt overtakes Orpheus' resolve. In a heart-wrenching twist of fate, he glances back just before reaching safety and loses Eurydice forever. This oil on canvas composition masterfully combines elements from ancient Greek mythology with Roman literature as described by Ovid's Metamorphoses. It serves as a testament to Rubens' exceptional talent for blending allegory and literature into fine art images that continue to captivate viewers centuries later.
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