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Lycaon into a Wolf or Licaone Cangiato in Lupo, illustration from Ovid
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Lycaon into a Wolf or Licaone Cangiato in Lupo, illustration from Ovid
STC415807 Lycaon into a Wolf or Licaone Cangiato in Lupo, 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); ); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
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This hand-coloured engraving, titled "Lycaon into a Wolf or Licaone Cangiato in Lupo" transports us to the mythical realm of Ovid's Metamorphoses. Created by Luigi Ademollo in 1832, this illustration captures a pivotal moment in Greek mythology. The scene depicts Lycaon, a mortal king known for his wickedness and disregard for the gods. Consumed by anger and hubris, he has dared to test the patience of Jupiter himself. As punishment for his transgressions, Lycaon is transformed into a fearsome wolf before our eyes. Ademollo's intricate details bring this metamorphosis to life. The fur on Lycaon's body begins to sprout as his human form contorts with pain and fury. The artist skillfully portrays the emotions coursing through Lycaon - rage, fear, and regret all mingling together. In this single image, we witness not only physical transformation but also the consequences of unchecked emotion and moral decay. It serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of succumbing to one's baser instincts. As we gaze upon this engraving from centuries past, we are reminded of the enduring power of classical mythology and its ability to convey timeless truths about human nature. Through art like Ademollo's work here, these ancient stories continue to captivate our imaginations while offering insights into our own lives today.
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