#MarbleSculpture

[arthistoriansdiary]

Ophelia

Sarah Bernhardt, Ophelia (n.d.). White marble in a wood frame, 70 x 59 cm. Private collection, Normandy, France.

In the realm of art and literature, few scenes are as hauntingly captivating as Ophelia's tragic demise in William Shakespeare's Hamlet. Sarah Bernhardt, celebrated for her unparalleled prowess on the stage, extends her artistic expression into the medium of sculpture with her rendition of Ophelia. This piece, a rare surviving work signed by Bernhardt, offers a unique visual exploration of one of literature's most poignant figures.

A Fusion of Art and Tragedy:

Bernhardt's Ophelia is not merely a sculptural representation; it is a narrative frozen in marble. Inspired by Shakespeare's vivid depiction of Ophelia's final moments, Bernhardt captures the essence of the character's tragic end through the medium of high relief. The sculpture portrays Ophelia in a bust form, her head elegantly turned, eyes closed, as if in peaceful resignation to her fate.

The Garland of Flowers:

Adorned with a garland of flowers, the sculpture's Ophelia is enveloped by water that seamlessly merges with her tresses. Bernhardt’s attention to detail is manifest in the intricately carved flowers and the delicate waves of the 'glassy stream', creating a texture that contrasts strikingly with the smooth, bulging form of Ophelia's exposed breast. This duality of texture highlights the sculpture's technical mastery and artistic depth.

A Moment Between Life and Death:

Though depicted at the moment of her death, Bernhardt's Ophelia exudes an undeniable eroticism through her sensuous open-mouthed expression, overt nudity, and languid pose. This portrayal suggests not despair but an ecstatic consummation, presenting death not as a moment of loss but as a profound, albeit tragic, fulfillment. It's a bold interpretation that challenges traditional readings of Ophelia's character, suggesting a deeper, perhaps more complex relationship between the heroine and her fate.

Bernhardt's Artistic Legacy:

Sarah Bernhardt's Ophelia stands as a testament to her multifaceted talent and her ability to traverse the worlds of acting and sculpture with equal finesse. The sculpture serves not only as a memorial to Ophelia's tragic story but also as a reflection of Bernhardt's own interpretive genius and her capacity to imbue marble with the breath of life and emotion.

Reflecting on Ophelia:

In Bernhardt's Ophelia, we are invited to reconsider the narrative of the doomed heroine, seeing her not as a victim of circumstance but as a figure of complex emotional and existential depth. The sculpture asks us to ponder the thin line between life and death, the beauty found in the tragic end, and the eternal resonance of Shakespeare's work through the lens of Bernhardt's sculptural vision.

Your Perspective:

How does Sarah Bernhardt's sculptural interpretation of Ophelia challenge or enrich your understanding of the character? Does this portrayal alter your perception of Ophelia's final moments as an act of despair or an embrace of the inevitable?

[theunabashedepicurean]

The New Chambers of Sanssouci, Potsdam. Originally the orangery, in 1768 King Frederick The Great gave a commission to redesign the building into a grand guest palace, known today as the ‘New Chambers’. The interiors are that of the classic ‘Frederician Rococo’ style, made up of sumptuous banquet rooms and suites. Photograph via SPSG #sanssouci #sanssoucipalace #potsdam #germany #newchambers #orangery #rococo #rococostyle #rococointeriors #frederickthegreat #sculpture #marblesculpture #bust #marblebust #royalpalace #palace #europeanpalaces #interiors #interior #decor #decorating #decoration #interiordecor #interiordecorating #interiordecoration #interiordecorator #interiordesign #interiordesigner #classicalinteriors #classicalstyle (at Potsdam, Germany) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClrAm1yo4mT/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Джованни Лоренцо Бернини, экстаз святой Терезы 1645-1652, #мрамор #tattoo #art #ink #spbtattoo #tattoospb #piter #spb #tattooart #татуспб #спбтату #петербург #спб #питер #mramor #marble #marblesculpture #stteresa #ecstasis #sculpture #sculptureart #sculpturetattoo #святаятереза #бернини (at Saint Petersburg, Russia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CkvSrTtsDne/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thedepartmentofdiscoveries]

Was going through old photos on my Google Drive and I forgot I had taken this! This is a replica of a famous roman marble sculpture called "The Wrestler's" after a lost greek original of the third century BCE which resides in my hometown's district library. The original is in the Uffizi collection in Florence, Italy. It's quite amazing to walk all around it and take in the sculpting details. #romansculptures #classicalart #romansculpture #thewrestlers #wrestling #wrestlers #ancientrome #historicalart #romansculptures #olympicwrestling #marblesculptures #marblesculpture #hellenic #ancientgreece #ancientrome #olympicgames #greeksculpture🇬🇷 #greeksculpture #greeksculptures #ancientgreece🏛 #ancientgreece #hellenic #replicaart #replicasculptures #replicasculpture #artcopies #artcopy #uffizicollection #florenceitaly #florenceitaly🇮🇹❤️ (at Whanganui District Library) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmSdMuJSkEK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Yashika Murti Art, situated in the heart of India, is a renowned manufacturer of marble god statues, where the realms of artistry and spirituality seamlessly converge. In this sacred atelier, skilled artisans meticulously craft divine representations from the purest marble, breathing life into sacred deities. The workshop is steeped in a rich tradition of precision and craftsmanship, harmoniously blending age-old sculpting techniques with contemporary design principles. The outcome is a collection of divine masterpieces that radiate spiritual grace, transcending the realm of mere art. Each statue stands as a testament to the skilled hands and profound devotion of its creators, bestowing upon it an unmistakable divine presence. These marble wonders extend beyond aesthetics, inviting devotees to forge a profound spiritual connection with the divine.

[eevonhon]

The Three Graces \\ In Greek mythology, the 'Graces' represented mirth, elegance, and youth and beauty. This is now considered one of Antonia Canova's most iconic marble sculptures. Not sure why it took me so long to finally visit @vamuseum. • • • #throwback #evtravels #vamuseum #victoriaandalbertmuseum #elizabethtower #marblesculpture #marble #sculpture #art #antoniacanova #london #visitengland #chuk22 #bbctravel #england #uk #unitedkingdom #vsco #lightroom #GalaxyS21Ultra #thetravelintern #travelgram #evgoestouk #withgalaxy (at V&A Museum) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co00z1BpZgS/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[ninaluba]

Cupid's Kiss 🤍 / Psyche Revived by Cupid's Kiss is a masterpiece sculpture by Italian artist Antonio Canova (made between 1787 and 1793). It shows the mythological lovers at a moment of great emotion, charateristic of the emerging movement of Romanticism. Sculpture represents the god Cupid in the height of love and tenderness, immediately after awakening the lifeless Psyche with a kiss. / #ninaluba #ninalubainspiration #ninalubamoodboard #cupidskiss #psycherevivedbycupidskiss #antoniocanova #italianartist #masterpiece #neoclassicalsculpture #marblesculpture #romanticism #louvreparis #parisfrance (at Louvre) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn9F0R4o68T/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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White Marble Tigre statue . we are TULSI MURTI BHANDAR " The best marble murti /statue ( manufacturer in Jaipur )   we believe in quality. and we respect our customer more than anyone else .  If you want to purchase any kind of marble statue or anything related to marble in BEST QUALITY and BEST PRICE then you can contact us on : 9829677681 and our social media handels. Website : https://www.tulsimurtibhandar.com/ . . . . .#tulsimurtibhandar #marble #marblenails #marbledesign #marbleslab #marblesculpture #marblestatue #marblestatues #marblestatuesmusic #moorti #marblemoorti #statueofliberty #statue #lion #tigre #marketingdigital #instagram #instagood #insta #instareels (at Tulsi murti bhandar) https://www.instagram.com/p/ChW5mymvLTv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[theunabashedepicurean]

The splendour of Sanssouci. Photograph via SPSG #sanssouci #sanssoucipalace #spsgmuseum #potsdam #berlin #germany #palace #europeanpalaces #rococo #rococostyle #rococointeriors #sculpture #marblesculpture #gilding #mirrors #interior #decor #decoration #decorating #interiors #interiordecor #interiordecorating #interiordecoration #interiordecorator #interiordesign #interiordesigner #18thcentury #18thcenturyarchitecture #art #artwork (at Potsdam, Germany) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmEvfr0InD5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[erfigh]

𝕄𝕠𝕟𝕦𝕞𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕠 𝕗𝕦𝕟𝕖𝕣𝕒𝕣𝕚𝕠 𝕕𝕖𝕝 ℙ𝕒𝕡𝕒 𝔸𝕝𝕖𝕛𝕒𝕟𝕕𝕣𝕠 𝕍𝕀𝕀 (1655- 1667), obra de 𝗚𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘇𝗼 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗶 y asistentes de 1678. El monumento escultórico está ubicado en el crucero sur de la Basílica de San Pedro en la Ciudad del Vaticano. La pieza fue encargada por el mismo Papa Alejandro VII. Sin embargo, la construcción del monumento no comenzó hasta 1671 y se completó en 1678, once años después de la muerte del Papa. A la edad de 81 años, esta sería la última gran obra escultórica de Bernini antes de su muerte en 1680. Hay seis figuras significativas en el monumento. En el ápice está el Papa Alejandro VII arrodillado en oración. Debajo de él hay cuatro estatuas femeninas que representan las virtudes practicadas por el Pontífice. En primer plano está Caridad con un niño en brazos. A la derecha de esta está la Verdad, cuyo pie descansa sobre un globo. Más precisamente, su pie se coloca directamente sobre Inglaterra, donde el Papa Alejandro se había esforzado por dominar el crecimiento del anglicanismo. En el segundo nivel están la Prudencia y la Justicia. Estas estatuas fueron talladas en mármol blanco. Más dramáticamente, debajo de Alejandro, la figura de la Muerte está representada en bronce dorado, envuelta en un ondulante ropaje de jaspe siciliano. Levanta un reloj de arena para simbolizar que el tiempo ha pasado. El reloj de arena es también un símbolo artístico del "memento mori" (recuerda que morirás). ✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤✤ #alexandervii #baroquestatue #bernini #baroque #popealexandervii #barocco #marblesculpture #baroqueart #italianbaroque #gianlorenzobernini #baroquesculpture #personificationofdeath #baroquearchitecture #vatican #romanbaroque #cittadelvaticano #vaticancity #basilicadisanpietro #vaticano #roma #catholic #italia #catholicchurch #sculpture #catholicism #chusayinka #art #arthistory #storiadellarte #italianart (en Basilica Di San Pietro,Vaticano) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmyGWt5M7Y5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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James Vibert,1872-1942, "L'APÔTRE",white marble,1914 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . @galerie.latham #jamesvibert #artist #gallery #galeriekleindienst #sculpture#art #skulptur #swisssculptor #symbolism #marble #arte #artworld #kunst #collector #masterpiece #instagraff #marble #marblesculpture #streetart #urbanart # #geneve #geneva #switzerland #suisse #schweiz #svizzera #domuscultura (at Geneva, Switzerland) https://www.instagram.com/p/Clynlnqomyz/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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