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Korinthos and Leukas (Corinth and Leukadia Personified) (engraving)
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Korinthos and Leukas (Corinth and Leukadia Personified) (engraving)
662811 Korinthos and Leukas (Corinth and Leukadia Personified) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Korinthos and Leukas (Corinth and Leukadia Personified). Illustration from History of Greece by Victor Duruy (Boston, 1890). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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Acro Corinthus Corinth Corinth Canal Corinthus Gulf Of Corinth Isthmus Of Corinth Greece Greek Greeks Korinthos
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This engraving titled "Korinthos and Leukas (Corinth and Leukadia Personified)" transports us back to ancient Greece. The artwork, created by an English School artist in the 19th century, beautifully captures the essence of these two significant locations. The image showcases Korinthos and Leukas personified, representing the cities of Corinth and Leukadia. These cities hold great historical importance in Greek culture. The illustration is a part of Victor Duruy's History of Greece, published in Boston in 1890. The engraving has been digitally cleaned to enhance its clarity while preserving its original charm. It now resides in a private collection but is made accessible through this print. As we gaze upon this artwork, we are transported to a time when Greece was at its peak. We can almost feel the energy emanating from Acro Corinthus, which overlooks the Isthmus of Corinth and commands attention with its grandeur. The Gulf of Corinth stretches out before us, reminding us of the strategic location that allowed these ancient Greeks to thrive as traders and seafarers. In our minds' eye, we envision ships sailing through the narrow Corinth Canal connecting these two bodies of water. This print serves as a reminder not only of Greece's rich history but also as an invitation for exploration into Europe's cultural heritage. It encapsulates the spirit and legacy left behind by those who once called Korinthos and Leukas home - proud Greeks whose
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