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Courtly love, c.1830 (gouache on paper)
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Courtly love, c.1830 (gouache on paper)
CHT163193 Courtly love, c.1830 (gouache on paper) by Johannot, Alfred (1800-37); Private Collection; © Archives Charmet
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In this print titled "Courtly Love, c. 1830" artist Alfred Johannot takes us back to a bygone era where chivalry and romance flourished. The scene unfolds within the confines of an opulent interior, setting the stage for a tale of love and devotion. At the center of the composition, we find a male figure kneeling before his beloved, embodying the essence of courtly love. His posture exudes reverence and admiration as he gazes up at her with tender affection. The female counterpart reciprocates his sentiments with grace and elegance, their connection palpable even in this frozen moment captured on paper. Johannot's masterful use of gouache brings life to every brushstroke, enhancing the richness of colors that adorn both figures' attire. Their medieval garments evoke a sense of nostalgia for an era when such displays of affection were celebrated and revered. This painting transports us into a world where romantic ideals reign supreme - where lovers engage in poetic exchanges and honor one another through acts of gallantry. It serves as a reminder that amidst our modern lives, there is still room for gestures rooted in tradition and timeless expressions of love. As we gaze upon this enchanting artwork from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are reminded that true love knows no bounds - transcending time itself to touch our hearts today just as it did centuries ago.
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