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Description

This work is based on the painting "Tannhäuser" by Henri Fantin-Latour, made in 1886. This work is inspired by the opera "Tannhäuser" by Richard Wagner, who himself was inspired by the German legend of Tannhäuser. In the opera, Tannhäuser is a knight who leaves the court of the Queen of Sheba to join the pilgrims who are going to Rome. However, he is tempted by the beauty of Venus and returns to the court of the Queen of Sheba. Fantin-Latour's painting depicts Tannhäuser in the cave of Venus, surrounded by nymphs and sirens. The work is characterized by an ethereal and sensual atmosphere, with soft colors and undulating shapes. Regarding Greek philosophy, it is possible to refer to the concept of "beauty" (kalos in ancient Greek) which is a recurring theme in Greek philosophy, especially in Plato. According to Plato, beauty is an eternal and unchanging quality that is reflected in the beautiful things of the sensible world. In this context, Fantin-Latour's painting could be seen as a representation of ideal beauty, as described by Plato. The grotto of Venus and the nymphs surrounding her represent a world of beauty and sensuality, which is both attractive and dangerous. However, it is important to note that Fantin-Latour's painting is also influenced by the aesthetics of the late 19th century, especially symbolism and art nouveau. The painting is therefore the result of a combination of artistic and philosophical influences. 2592 x 2150 px / 4k mp4 / 45 s / 39,4 Mo / 6 frames 1/1 collection 17/50 #simulacra a subrealist reread based on the masterpiece by : Tannhäuser - Henri Fantin-Latour - 1886 Original works On view at : The Cleveland Museum of Art, UnitedStates

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