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Louÿs, Pierre
1870
1925
Chrysis, Pierre
Pierre Louÿs
Louys, Pierre
Louis, Pierre-Félix
Louis, Pierre-Felix
Sanguines
L'homme de pourpre -- Dialogue au soleil couchant -- Une volupté nouvelle -- Escale en rade de Nemours -- La fausse Esther -- La confession de Mlle X -- L'aventure extraordinaire de Madame Esquollier -- Une ascension au Venusberg -- La persienne -- L'in-plano.
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"Sanguines" by Pierre Louÿs is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative seems to explore themes of art, beauty, and sensuality through the interactions of its characters, notably Bryaxis, an aged sculptor, and a group of younger apprentices who idolize him. The context appears to blend historical elements and mythological references, hinting at a pursuit of the ideal in both art and love. At the start of the story, two young apprentices are in the lush gardens of Ephesus with the venerable sculptor Bryaxis. They are filled with reverence for the elderly artist, who reflects on his glories and connections to his past works. The arrival of the playful Ophélion introduces a significant gossip about a Queen's portrait by the artist Clésidès, who faces unusual demands from her. This leads to comedic exchanges about hierarchical roles within artistry and the tension between model and creator, setting a backdrop of artistic rivalry and societal expectations as the characters navigate their relationships amid the vibrant cultural landscape of their time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
fr
Short stories, French
French fiction -- 20th century
PQ
Text
FR Littérature
Category: Novels
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: French Literature
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