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The Eleusinian Mysteries
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The Eleusinian Mysteries
The Eleusinian Mysteries, initiations for the cult of Demeter and Persephone based at Eleusis, Greece. The goddess Ceres sits on the Puteal on the Callirhoe well surrounded by dancing virgins. From a vase in the collection of Sir William Hamilton. Ceremonie Eleusine. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Fumagalli from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Il Costume Antico e Moderno, Florence, 1826
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The captivating image before you transports us back in time to the ancient Greek city of Eleusis, where the enigmatic Eleusinian Mysteries unfolded. This intriguing print, titled "Ceremonie Eleusine," offers a glimpse into the initiation rites of the cult of Demeter and Persephone. At the center of the composition, the goddess Ceres, dressed in a majestic robe and adorned with a golden crown, sits on the Puteal, a sacred stone near the Callirhoe well. Surrounding her are dancing virgins, their faces expressing a mix of joy and reverence. The goddess holds a cornucopia, symbolizing abundance, while a wreath of wheat and ivy rests on her head. The figure of Eumolpus, the mythical founder of the Eleusinian Mysteries, can be seen in the background, dressed in a long robe and holding a staff. The presence of Bacchus, the god of wine and fertility, and Minerva, the goddess of wisdom, adds to the mystical atmosphere. The initiates, both men and women, are depicted wearing various costumes inspired by ancient Greek attire. The use of a sesame branch and an olive branch symbolizes the promise of rebirth and eternal life. The intricate hand-coloured copperplate engraving by Fumagalli, from Giulio Ferrario's "Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World," beautifully captures the historical and mythological significance of this ancient Greek ritual. The Eleusinian Mysteries were a deeply spiritual and secretive event, and this print offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of ancient Greece.
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