Female Type Melisande
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Female Type Melisande
Melisande, with her long hair (a reference to Pelleas et Melisande, Maeterlincks play, and Debussys opera). Date: 1916
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Debussy Maeterlinck Opera Pelleas Reference Melisande
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This exquisite photograph, dated 1916, captures the ethereal beauty and enigmatic allure of the opera character, Melisande. Inspired by Maeterlinck's groundbreaking play "Pelleas et Melisande" and Debussy's hauntingly beautiful opera of the same name, this image immortalizes the iconic female lead. Melisande, a mysterious and enchanting woman with long flowing hair, is depicted in this photograph with an otherworldly grace. Her hair, cascading down her back in soft waves, adds to her ethereal beauty and serves as a visual reminder of the supernatural elements that surround her character in the play and opera. Maeterlinck's "Pelleas et Melisande," first performed in 1894, revolutionized the world of theater with its innovative use of symbolism and its exploration of the human condition. Debussy's opera, composed between 1893 and 1894, brought the story to life through music, further cementing the legacy of this timeless tale. This photograph, taken in 1916, serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Maeterlinck's play and Debussy's opera on the cultural landscape. The image captures the essence of Melisande's enigmatic and captivating persona, inviting viewers to delve deeper into the world of Pelleas et Melisande and to ponder the mysteries of love, desire, and the human condition that the story explores.
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