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Pierre le Grand - Peter I on His Deathbed par Caravaque, Louis (1684-1754)
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Pierre le Grand - Peter I on His Deathbed par Caravaque, Louis (1684-1754)
FIA5405088 Pierre le Grand - Peter I on His Deathbed par Caravaque, Louis (1684-1754). Oil on canvas, size : 77x64, 1725, State Hermitage, St. Petersburg by Caravaque, Louis (1684-1754); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Photo eFine Art Images; French, out of copyright
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Peter I The Great 1672 1725 Romanov Beds
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The captivating print of "Pierre le Grand - Peter I on His Deathbed" by Louis Caravaque takes us back to a significant moment in history. Painted in 1725, this oil on canvas masterpiece captures the final moments of Peter I, also known as Peter the Great, the influential ruler of Russia during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Displayed at the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, Caravaque's portrait showcases an intimate scene where we witness the vulnerability and mortality of a powerful leader. The composition focuses on Peter lying on his deathbed surrounded by opulent furnishings befitting his aristocratic status. With great attention to detail, Caravaque skillfully portrays Peter's weary face as he confronts his impending demise. The artist's brushstrokes capture both strength and fragility simultaneously—a testament to Peter's legacy as a formidable king who transformed Russia into a major European power. This artwork not only serves as a historical record but also offers insight into the complex personality behind one of Russia's most iconic figures. Through this painting, viewers are invited to reflect upon themes such as mortality, power dynamics within society, and even personal introspection. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection at Fine Art Finder, we are reminded that even those who shape nations must eventually succumb to their own humanity.
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