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Dream of the Orient

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An ethereal vision unfolds before the eyes: a figure, draped in shimmering fabrics and crowned with jewels, soars through a dreamlike sky. Her form is entwined with a fantastical creature, a hybrid of dragon and serpent, its scales catching the light. The artist's delicate touch is evident in the play of watercolors and pastels, creating a soft, almost hazy atmosphere. The composition guides the eye upward, following the graceful arc of the creature's form, leading to a celestial sphere. The color palette is dominated by cool blues and greens, punctuated by warm golds and reds, adding to the sense of otherworldly beauty. It feels like a whispered secret, a glimpse into a realm beyond our own, a story told through brushstrokes, evoking a sense of wonder and enchantment.

Dream of the Orient

Gustave Moreau

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1881

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3574 × 5356 px
170 × 249 mm

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