He had been fasting for more than twenty-four hours and lost no time in falling to (1910)

In the enchanting painting titled "He had been fasting for more than twenty-four hours and lost no time in falling to" by Edmund Dulac, a masterful amalgam of opulence and folklore is seamlessly blended. Created in 1910, this artwork offers a glimpse into an idyllic, ornate scene that plays at the intersection of fantasy and reality.The scene is set in a lavishly adorned dining area with a breathtaking open view to a night sky sprinkled with stars. An elderly man, characterized by his thin, white hair and profound expression of concentration, sits at a table laden with an extravagant feast. The abundance on the table includes a pyramid of fruits, sumptuous cakes, decanters, and elegant goblets, suggesting not just a breaking of fast, but a celebration of some extravagant, mystical event.The surrounding architecture adds a touch of the romantic, with its elegant columns and flowing curtains framing the starlit backdrop, creating a space that feels both intimate and expansively open to the wonders of the universe.This painting by Dulac not only showcases his skill with watercolors and his ability to create atmospheric depth and enchanting themes, but also his ability to weave a narrative that leaves the viewer curious about the story behind the elderly man's fast and the subsequent indulgence.