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Meyerbeer Africaine Lib6
Act five - Selika, queen of Madagascar, watches her husband Vasco da Gama sail away with Ines, and sits under a manchineel tree, to breathe whose scent is fatal
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1865 Breathe Fatal Gama Husband Ines Madagascar Meyerbeer Opera Performed Sail Scent Sits Vasco Watches Africaine Manchineel
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Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a perfect blend of art and functionality. This mug features a stunning image from Mary Evans Picture Library, showcasing "Meyerbeer Africaine Lib6" - a captivating scene from act five of the opera, where Selika, the queen of Madagascar, watches her husband Vasco da Gama sail away with Ines, under a manchineel tree. Each sip from this mug brings you closer to the enchanting world of opera and the intrigue of Selika's story. Add a touch of elegance and personality to your daily routine with this beautiful and unique Photo Mug from Media Storehouse.
A personalized photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
Meyerbeer's 'Africaine' (Lib6): Act Five - A Bittersweet Farewell In this image from the 1865 production of Giacomo Meyerbeer's opera 'Africaine' (Lib6), Selika, the queen of Madagascar, is depicted watching her husband, Vasco da Gama, sail away with Ines. The poignant scene unfolds in Act Five, as Selika sits under a manchineel tree, its deadly scent wafting through the air. Historically, Vasco da Gama was the first European to reach India by sea, opening up a new trade route between Europe and the East. In Meyerbeer's opera, however, the story takes a dramatic turn as Vasco falls in love with Ines, a Spanish captive, leading to a tragic turn of events. Selika, played by the renowned soprano, Adelina Patti, is seen here in a moment of heart-wrenching despair as she watches her husband leave her, torn between her love for him and her duty to her people. The manchineel tree, whose scent is known to be fatal, adds an extra layer of symbolism to the scene, representing the danger and uncertainty that comes with love and betrayal. The opera, first performed in Paris in 1865, was a critical and commercial success, with Patti's performance as Selika being particularly acclaimed. This image captures the essence of the opera's dramatic and emotional narrative, making it a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century opera and its exploration of love, duty, and the complexities of human relationships.
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