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Apollo and Daphne, ivory tablet in the National Museum of Ravenna
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Apollo and Daphne, ivory tablet in the National Museum of Ravenna
Apollo and Daphne, ivory tablet in the National Museum of Ravenna Montefalco National Museum, room X Low Relief, Basrelief Early Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1930 ca.. Date of Artwork:V sec
Alinari, Fratelli
ACA-F-042043-0000
Media ID 33121840
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Apollo Aromatic And Medicinal Birds Divinity Etruscan Instrument Or Document Laurel Lyre Music Other Figures Treeearly Middle Ages Greco Roman
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This photograph captures a timeless masterpiece, the "Apollo and Daphne" ivory tablet, housed in the prestigious National Museum of Ravenna. Taken around 1930, this image showcases the delicate beauty of this early Middle Ages artwork that dates back to the 5th century AD. The scene depicted on the tablet transports us into Greek mythology as we witness Apollo, the male divinity associated with music and poetry. His lyre rests beside him while he stands amidst a lush European landscape adorned with aromatic laurel trees. Apollo's gaze is fixed upon Daphne, an eternally pursued nymph who has been transformed into a laurel tree by her father to escape his advances. The intricate details carved into this bas-relief sculpture are awe-inspiring. The artist skillfully portrays not only these mythological figures but also various birds perched on branches nearby, adding life and movement to the composition. As we delve deeper into this photograph, it becomes evident that it represents more than just art; it symbolizes centuries of cultural exchange between different civilizations during Europe's first and second millenniums. It reflects both Greco-Roman influences in its subject matter as well as Etruscan craftsmanship in its execution. Thanks to Alinari Fratelli's masterful photography skills, every fine line and contour of this ivory tablet is preserved for generations to come. This print serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with mythology, nature's transformative power, and our ability to capture history through art. In conclusion, Alinari Fratelli's photograph allows us to appreciate not only the artistic mastery behind "Apollo and Daphne" but also invites us on a journey through time – from ancient myths passed down through generations to their preservation within museums like Montefalco National Museum – where they continue inspiring wonder even today.
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