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Ceyx and Alcyone or Ceice e Alcione, Book XI, illustration from Ovids Metamorphoses
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Ceyx and Alcyone or Ceice e Alcione, Book XI, illustration from Ovids Metamorphoses
STC415875 Ceyx and Alcyone or Ceice e Alcione, Book XI, illustration from Ovids Metamorphoses, Florence, 1832 (hand-coloured engraving) by Ademollo, Luigi (1764-1849); Private Collection; (add.info.: P. Ovidii Nasonis Metamorphoseon Libri XV cum Appositis Italico Carmine* Interpretationibus ac Notis, 5 Vols (Florence, 1824, repr. 1832); Book XI; King of Thessaly, he perishes at sea, but his body is returned to Alcyone, his wife, and when she receives it they are both turned into birds.
); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22674760
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Dead Body Floating Metamorphosis Mourners Ovid Mourning
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The captivating print titled "Ceyx and Alcyone or Ceice e Alcione, Book XI" takes us on a journey through the pages of Ovid's Metamorphoses. Created by Luigi Ademollo in 1832, this hand-coloured engraving beautifully captures the essence of this tragic mythological tale. In the image, we witness a heart-wrenching scene as Alcyone mourns the loss of her beloved husband Ceyx. Floating on a serene beach, she gazes upon his lifeless body with sorrowful eyes. The artist skillfully portrays her grief and despair, emphasizing the depth of their love and connection. This depiction showcases not only Alcyone's profound mourning but also highlights the transformative power of love and devotion. As legend has it, when Alcyone receives Ceyx's body, both are transformed into birds - forever united even in death. Ademollo's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his brush. From the delicate waves crashing against the shore to the intricate expressions on each character's face, he transports us to ancient times where gods and mortals intertwined. This print serves as a reminder that love knows no boundaries - transcending time and mortality itself. It invites us to reflect on our own connections with loved ones while appreciating art that brings classical mythology to life.
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