Jupiter Semele Stage ensigns opened service painters image holders
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Jupiter Semele Stage ensigns opened service painters image holders
Jupiter and Semele Stage of ensigns opened for the service of painters image holders, etc. (series title), Jupiter, with a lightning bolt in his hand, holds the baby of Semele, the later wine god Bacchus. Semele is dying on the floor because she wanted to see Jupiter in its full divinity. The latter on the advice of Juno, seen behind the cloud in the background, because she was jealous of her husbands adultery with Semele. Bottom left: g. Print of part 1 of a series of prints with emblems, in total consisting of three parts with respectively 23, 17 and 20 prints, (story of) Semele, Arnold Houbraken, 1688 - 1700, paper, engraving, h 166 mm × w 105 mm
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Media ID 19537803
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1688 1700 Advice Arnold Houbraken Baby Background Bottom Left Cloud Dying Emblems Floor Hand Holds Juno Jupiter Part 1 Series Title Service Story Three Parts Wanted Jealous Lightning Bolt Semele
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This print from the Liszt Collection showcases a scene titled "Jupiter Semele Stage ensigns opened service painters image holders". In this image, Jupiter, depicted with a lightning bolt in his hand, cradles the baby of Semele, who would later become the wine god Bacchus. Tragically, Semele lies dying on the floor as she desired to witness Jupiter's full divinity. The clouded background reveals Juno, hidden behind the clouds and advising Jupiter due to her jealousy over her husband's affair with Semele. Located at the bottom left corner is part 1 of a series of prints featuring emblems that narrate the story of Semele. This particular series comprises three parts and includes a total of 23,17, and 20 prints respectively. Created by Arnold Houbraken between 1688 and 1700 using paper engraving techniques, this artwork measures approximately 166 mm in height and 105 mm in width. The depth of emotion captured within this print is truly remarkable. It serves as a poignant reminder of both human desires and divine consequences while showcasing Houbraken's exceptional artistic talent. This print offers viewers an opportunity to delve into ancient mythology through visual storytelling without any commercial intentions or affiliations attached to it.
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