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Sappho and Alcaeus

By: Sir Lawrence Alma Tadema

Uploaded By: Make MyArts

Art Number: AB00726

Rs.441

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The Artist of this Painting is Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema (1836-1912). For the details about License of this Painting, Please refer to the following links.

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Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema's "Sappho and Alcaeus", an oil painting from 1881, masterfully captures a scene of poetic inspiration in ancient Greece. The artist's signature style blends historical accuracy with romantic idealization, using a palette of soft, sun-drenched hues. Warm marble tones contrast with the azure Mediterranean, while delicate floral wreaths adorn the figures. The composition centers on Sappho, listening intently to Alcaeus' lyre, surrounded by attentive listeners in classical dress. Alma-Tadema's meticulous attention to architectural details and textures creates a vivid, almost tangible atmosphere. This work celebrates the enduring power of poetry and music, portraying a moment of creative exchange between two legendary ancient Greek poets in an idyllic coastal setting.

Resource Type : Paintings

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