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Lost illusions or evening An allegorical scene depicting characters on a departing
JLJ4584800 Lost illusions or evening An allegorical scene depicting characters on a departing drakkar, a man stays at the dock with a lyre. Painting by Charles Gleyre (1806-1874) 19th century Sun. 1, 56x2, 38 m by Gleyre, Charles (1806-74); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Lost illusions or evening An allegorical scene depicting characters on a departing drakkar, a man stays at the dock with a lyre. Painting by Charles Gleyre (1806-1874) 19th century Sun. 1, 56x2, 38 m); Photo ePhoto Josse; Swiss, out of copyright
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Lost Illusions - A Melancholic Departure
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. In this 19th-century painting by Charles Gleyre, titled "Lost illusions or evening An allegorical scene depicting characters on a departing drakkar, a man stays at the dock with a lyre" we are transported to a world of profound emotions and hidden narratives. The scene unfolds as characters bid farewell from the deck of a departing drakkar, their faces etched with longing and uncertainty. As the sailboat fades into the distance under the moonlit sky, one figure remains behind—a solitary man clutching his lyre. Gleyre's masterful brushstrokes evoke an overwhelming sense of loneliness and introspection. The artist skillfully captures both physical and emotional distances in this allegorical composition. The girl on board gazes wistfully towards her abandoned companion while he stands motionless on the dock, lost in his own thoughts. The presence of the musician adds another layer to this evocative tableau. His lyre symbolizes not only music but also inspiration and creativity—perhaps suggesting that art can be both solace and refuge in times of loss or transition. As we contemplate this mesmerizing artwork, we are reminded of our own journeys through life—moments when we must let go of cherished illusions or bid farewell to what once was familiar. Gleyre's painting invites us to reflect upon themes such as longing, departure, and human connection—an eternal reminder that even amidst loss, there is beauty
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