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This captivating 19th-century neoclassical oil painting on canvas depicts the legendary Greek poet Homer serenely playing his lyre beneath a canopy of ancient trees. Seated barefoot on a simple stool, draped in classical robes, Homer becomes the focal point of the composition, surrounded by a trio of youthful listeners and a loyal dog.
The scene radiates tranquility and reverence, with golden light filtering through the trees and casting soft shadows across the earth-toned landscape. In the background, figures stroll along a sun-dappled path leading to a bridge and distant buildings, suggesting a harmonious balance between nature, art, and civilization.
The painting’s romanticized setting and classical subject matter reflect the neoclassical era's admiration for antiquity, while the delicate details and warm palette evoke a sense of poetic nostalgia.
No visible signature on the front.
Dimensions (frame): 42.5 "W x 31.5" H
Dimensions (sight): 36 "W x 25.5" H
Condition: Lined. Color quality is very good for a painting of this age. The frame has some signs of wear.
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- Dimensions:Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Width: 42.5 in (107.95 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Palm Coast, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2327213166992
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