Infanta: tragédia

A legend tells of a poet who falls for the Infanta, daughter of King Manuel I, and of the princess‑duchess of Savoia, now exiled to a modest court. Their love blooms amid courtly splendor, yet shadows of fate already loom, suggesting a tragedy that will echo beyond personal loss. The opening scene places the characters—poet, painter, astrologer, sailors—against a blazing sunset on a vibrant river, where light and colour dance like burning gems.

Through lyrical exchanges, the poet muses on dreaming, creation and the endless cycle of death and rebirth, while the painter confronts the fading of a fevered love. Their dialogue lifts the story to a symbolic plane, portraying the struggle of a people against destiny and hinting at an eternal spiritual triumph. The narrative weaves personal longing with a broader meditation on faith, sacrifice, and the relentless yearning for a brighter future.