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Velleda, before 1869 (oil on canvas)
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Velleda, before 1869 (oil on canvas)
XIR218975 Velleda, before 1869 (oil on canvas) by Voillemot, Charles (1823-93); 230x145 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rennes, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12763110
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Bare Breast Diaphanous Druid Heroine Mistletoe Sickle Transparent
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This print showcases the mesmerizing painting "Velleda" by Charles Voillemot, created before 1869. The artwork, measuring 230x145 cm, is housed in the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Rennes, France. Velleda is depicted as a Germanic priestess and pagan enchantress, exuding an air of mystique and power. The female figure portrayed in the painting appears ethereal and diaphanous, with her bare breast symbolizing both vulnerability and strength. She holds mistletoe in one hand, a sacred plant associated with druidic rituals and healing powers. In her other hand rests a sickle, representing her role as a heroine who can bring life or death. Velleda embodies the essence of a druidess - wise, enigmatic, and connected to nature's forces. Her transparent presence suggests that she possesses knowledge beyond what meets the eye. Voillemot's masterpiece captures not only Velleda's physical beauty but also her spiritual significance within ancient Germanic culture. This painting transports viewers to another time when pagan beliefs held sway over people's lives. As we admire this remarkable artwork from Fine Art Finder via www. bridgemanimages. com let us appreciate its historical context while marveling at Velleda's timeless allure.
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