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The Death of Anacreon (litho)
8660814 The Death of Anacreon (litho) by Morrow, Edwin A. (1877-1952) ; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of Anacreon. Anacreon was born at Teos, in Asia Minor, about the middle of the sixth century BC. He was a lyric poet, whose odes and sonnets are famous for their exquisite grace. He is said to have choked to death, while drinking wine, through swallowing a grape-stone. Illustration for Hutchinson's History of the Nations (Hutchinson, c.1920). Note: Image has been digitally enhanced to facilitate repro.); © Look and Learn
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6th Century B 6th Century Bc Sixth Century Bc Vith Century Bc Wines Booze Deaths Dying Mortality Passed Away
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This haunting lithograph captures the tragic demise of Anacreon, a renowned lyric poet from ancient Greece. Born in Teos, Asia Minor in the sixth century BC, Anacreon's odes and sonnets were celebrated for their beauty and grace. However, his life came to a sudden end when he choked on a grape stone while indulging in wine - a fittingly poetic death for such a lover of libations.
The artist Edwin A. Morrow skillfully depicts this fateful moment in history, showcasing the dramatic scene of Anacreon's passing with striking detail and emotion. The black and white composition adds to the somber atmosphere, emphasizing the gravity of mortality and the fleeting nature of life.
As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of our own mortality and the fragility of existence. It serves as a poignant memento mori, urging us to savor each moment and appreciate the beauty that surrounds us before it is too late.
Through this powerful artwork, we are transported back in time to witness an ancient tragedy unfold before our eyes - a timeless reminder that even great poets like Anacreon are not immune to fate's cruel hand.
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