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Plan of the Fountain of Arethusa on Orhtygia Island, Syracuse, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
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Plan of the Fountain of Arethusa on Orhtygia Island, Syracuse, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
Plan of the Fountain of Arethusa on Orhtygia Island, Syracuse, 1778. Drawing from the album Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta
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This drawing by Louis Ducros, titled "Plan of the Fountain of Arethusa on Ortygia Island, Syracuse, 1778," is a beautiful example of the artistic talent of the Romantic Era. Ducros, a Swiss artist, created this meticulous chalk drawing as part of his album "Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta." The image offers a close-up view of the famous Fountain of Arethusa, located on the Ortygia Island in Syracuse, Sicily, Italy. The Fountain of Arethusa is a natural spring that is believed to be the site where the nymph Arethusa was transformed into a spring by the goddess Artemis to save her from the pursuing river god Alpheus. Ducros masterfully captures the intricate details of the fountain's design, from the ornate shell-shaped basin to the delicate foliage and the freshwater spring that flows from it. The drawing is executed in chalk on paper, and the artist's handwriting and lettering can be seen in the upper left corner, which reads "Ortygie, Syracuse, Sicile, Italie, Europe." The text is a testament to Ducros' meticulous nature and attention to detail. This drawing is a valuable addition to any collection of European Romantic Era art and offers a glimpse into the artistic and cultural heritage of Italy during the 18th century. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is one of the many prestigious institutions that have recognized the importance of this work and has included it in their collection.
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