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C1690
Melpomene
Artist:
Henri Bonnart (1642 - 1711)
Melpomene in Greek mythology she was the muse of tragedy, despite her joyous singing. She is often represented with a tragic mask and wearing the cothurnus, boots traditionally worn by tragic actors. Often, she also holds a knife or club … Read Full Description
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Full Title:
Melpomene
Date:
C1690
Artist:
Henri Bonnart (1642 - 1711)
Condition:
Technique:
Image Size:
200mm
x 290mm
Frame Size:
400mm
x 490mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1690
Description:
Melpomene in Greek mythology she was the muse of tragedy, despite her joyous singing. She is often represented with a tragic mask and wearing the cothurnus, boots traditionally worn by tragic actors. Often, she also holds a knife or club in one hand and the tragic mask in the other. On her head she is shown wearing a crown of cypress. Melpomene is the daughter of Zeus and Mnemosyne.
