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🎨 Orpheus, c. 1903-1910 by Odilon Redon 🇫🇷 Pastel on brown paper. 68.8 x 56.8 cm. Cleveland Museum of Art, USA About the artwork: In "Orpheus," Redon depicts the legendary Greek musician, poet, and prophet, renowned for his ability to charm all living things with his music. This artwork likely portrays Orpheus in a moment of contemplation or sorrow, possibly reflecting on the loss of his wife, Eurydice, a common theme in artistic representations of Orpheus. The setting might be an ethereal landscape or an undefined space that emphasizes the mystical and otherworldly aspects of the story. The composition focuses on Orpheus himself, with his instrument likely included as a central element, symbolizing his divine talent and tragic story. The pastel medium allows Redon to create soft yet intense color transitions, enhancing the dreamlike quality of the scene and focusing on the emotional depth of the character.

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