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Calligram of Guillaume Apollinaire: "Venu de Dieuze ", 1914
AIS5355420 Calligram of Guillaume Apollinaire:" Venu de Dieuze ", 1914 by Apollinaire, Guillaume (1880-1918); (add.info.: Calligram of the French poet Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918)

Calligram (rhebus) by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918)
GIA4796119 Calligram (rhebus) by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918): " Come of Dieuze" by Apollinaire, Guillaume (1880-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire - in "Du coton dans les oreilles"
LSE4107392 Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire - in " Du coton dans les oreilles", autograph manuscript of 17 leaves, 1948 by Apollinaire

Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918): "Visee"
GIA4796121 Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918): " Visee" by Apollinaire, Guillaume (1880-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918)

Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918) depicting a face
GIA4796131 Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918) depicting a face: " The eventance of flavours" by Apollinaire

Calligram of William Apollinaire (1880-1918) referring to the First World War
GIA4796132 Calligram of William Apollinaire (1880-1918) referring to the First World War by Apollinaire, Guillaume (1880-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Calligram of Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918): "Soldiers of faience and escarloop
GIA4796118 Calligram of Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918): " Soldiers of faience and escarloop, o love" 1915 by Apollinaire

Calligram of Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918) referring to a trip by car
GIA4796092 Calligram of Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918) referring to a trip by car by Apollinaire, Guillaume (1880-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918): "Landscape"
GIA4796166 Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918): " Landscape" by Apollinaire, Guillaume (1880-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Calligram by Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918)

Calligramme de Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918) : la Cravate et la montre
GIA4787577 Calligramme de Guillaume Apollinaire (1880-1918) : la Cravate et la montre. by Apollinaire, Guillaume (1880-1918); Private Collection; eGiancarlo Costa; French, out of copyright

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"Exploring the Artistic World of Apollinaire: A Journey through Calligrams" Step into the captivating world of Guillaume Apollinaire, a renowned poet and artist known for his innovative use of calligrams. These unique creations combine words and images to form visually stunning works of art. One such masterpiece is the calligram titled "Venu de Dieuze, " created in 1914. It showcases Apollinaire's skillful manipulation of letters and shapes to depict a figure, inviting viewers to decipher its hidden meaning. In another intriguing piece, "Du coton dans les oreilles, " we witness an intricate calligram that captures the essence of sound with its clever arrangement of words. The visual representation adds depth to the auditory experience, blurring the boundaries between senses. Apollinaire's creativity extends beyond mere visuals; he also delves into historical events like World War I. His calligram referencing this tumultuous period portrays soldiers made out of faience and escarloop, symbolizing both fragility and resilience in times of conflict. The artist's fascination with transportation is evident in his car trip-inspired calligram. Through carefully placed words forming a vehicle shape, he takes us on a linguistic journey where language becomes motion itself. Nature lovers will be captivated by Apollinaire's landscape-themed creation aptly named "Landscape. " Here, he masterfully intertwines words to recreate serene scenes filled with rolling hills and picturesque horizons—a testament to his ability to transform language into vivid imagery. "The Cravate et la montre" presents yet another facet of Apollinaire's talent as he combines typography with fashion accessories. This playful composition merges elegance and timekeeping devices seamlessly—an ode to style intertwined with functionality. Lastly, we encounter "The Mandolin, " where musical notes come alive through meticulously arranged verses forming strings on an instrument. With each word resonating harmoniously within this enchanting calligramme, Apollinaire showcases his ability to harmonize poetry and music.