In Thoughtful Muse

an ekphrastic

So powerful, so candid, so pure    

was he - a god-like warrior,   

with sensibility and definition,        

expressed in marble and imagination.   

 

Beautiful in his sheer nakedness,

empowered by revered sacredness,

he stands erect at nonchalant attention,

eyes agazed in composed confirmation.

   

Splendidly perched, in perfect rapture,

discerning nature, form and stature.

A fustibal held with clear condemnation,

prepared for battle with some apprehension.      

The chance of victory or success,

was something David failed to assess. 

Holier than thou, sincere affirmation

his feat accomplished, austere adulation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reviews

[Cherrie Palmer]

Excellent poem. Makes me think of the first time you see great art in person. The pure rush of sight and emotion. Wonderful job.

[barleygirl]

I knew instantly this was about David, but still, I found myself searching for any other possibility as to interpret this in a less-obvious way. In the end, this is an unmistakable tapestry that I could not apply to any other entity . . . not even some of the Gods I dated when I was a Goddess *wink! wink!*

[lessa (kenzie)]

Love this so much, especially that last stanza....

[Allen Smuckler]

I appreciate that Alex. Unfortunately, the artwork this poem is based on, won't upload. It does temporarily, then disappears. Oh well. Thanks for your kind words and taking the time to read it.

[Sami Khalil]

Picture perfect description of the statue of David that is admired by the millions. I think you are competing with Michelangelo with one of his masterpieces. I love how you cover all the art form and emotions
Keep it up

[Allen Smuckler]

Thank you Sami... but I'm wondering what happened to the photo of David... Did you see it?

[Allen Smuckler]

I think I corrected it, but don't know why I lost photo. I'll see what happens... an ekphrastic poem doesn't really need the photo... but it helps.

[Sami Khalil]

I think it disappeared. Not sure what happened! Keep trying.

[Sami Khalil]

I think if you copy it from certain sites, and paste here, it disappears.

[Allen Smuckler]

I think you're right... never had that problem before and since I took the photo of David, it should appear. oh well.

[Sami Khalil]

Yes siiiirrrr....