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CHT277822 Final Act ( Act IV) of La Favorite depicting Leonora dying in the arms of Fernando, c.1850 (colour litho) by Lepaulle, Francois Gabriel Guillaume (1804-86) (after); Bibliotheque de l Opera Garnier, Paris, France; (add.info.: 1st performance of the opera in Paris on 2nd December 1840 with Rosina Stoltz (1815-1903), mezzo-soprano, as Leonor and Gilbert Duprez (1806-96), tenor, as Fernand; French Grand Opera; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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This print captures the poignant final act of the opera "La Favorite" where Leonora, portrayed by Rosina Stoltz, breathes her last in the tender embrace of Fernando, played by Gilbert Duprez. Created in 1850 by François Gabriel Guillaume Lepaulle and now housed at the Bibliotheque de l'Opera Garnier in Paris, this color lithograph beautifully depicts a tragic moment filled with love and sorrow. Set against a backdrop of majestic mountains and a serene monastery, the scene exudes an air of dramatic intensity. Leonora's delicate figure lies lifeless in Fernando's arms as he gazes upon her with anguish and despair. The emotional connection between these star-crossed lovers is palpable, evoking feelings of empathy from anyone who beholds this artwork. The presence of a monk nearby adds to the solemnity of the scene, reminding us that their forbidden love was destined for tragedy from its inception. This heart-wrenching portrayal showcases Lepaulle's mastery in capturing human emotions through his artistry. "Final Act (Act IV) of La Favorite depicting Leonora dying in the arms of Fernando" transports viewers into a world where passion clashes with duty and fate cruelly intervenes. It serves as a timeless reminder that even amidst great love stories, not all endings are happy ones.
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