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Sigismunda with the Heart of Guiscardo, 1645 (oil on canvas)
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Sigismunda with the Heart of Guiscardo, 1645 (oil on canvas)
BIR189260 Sigismunda with the Heart of Guiscardo, 1645 (oil on canvas) by Furini, Francesco (1604-46); 73x59 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info.: from the Decameron by Boccaccio; daughter of Tancred, Prince of Salerno who discovered her love for Guiscardo, killed him and sent his heart to her; ); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22341528
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Chiaroscuro Contemplation Dish Gismonda Grief Heartbroken Semi Nude Sigismonda
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This print showcases the exquisite painting "Sigismunda with the Heart of Guiscardo" by Francesco Furini, created in 1645. The artwork, measuring 73x59 cm, is housed in the prestigious Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery. Derived from Boccaccio's renowned literary work, Decameron, this poignant scene depicts Sigismunda, daughter of Tancred, Prince of Salerno. Consumed by her forbidden love for Guiscardo, she tragically discovers that her father has killed him. In a heart-wrenching act of devotion and grief-stricken despair, Tancred sends Guiscardo's heart to Sigismunda. Furini masterfully captures Sigismunda's emotional turmoil as she contemplates the golden platter containing her lover's heart. The artist skillfully employs chiaroscuro techniques to enhance the dramatic effect and evoke a sense of deep mourning and contemplation. The semi-nude figure of Sigismunda adds vulnerability to the composition while emphasizing her profound sorrow. This Baroque masterpiece resonates with themes of heartbreak and loss. Bridgeman Images presents this remarkable print that allows art enthusiasts to appreciate every intricate detail within Furini's painting. It serves as a powerful reminder of love's tragic consequences and invites viewers into an exploration of human emotions through visual storytelling.
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