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Saint Roch praying to the Virgin for the cessation of the plague, 1780 (oil on canvas)

Saint Roch praying to the Virgin for the cessation of the plague, 1780 (oil on canvas)


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Saint Roch praying to the Virgin for the cessation of the plague, 1780 (oil on canvas)

JEB4853681 Saint Roch praying to the Virgin for the cessation of the plague, 1780 (oil on canvas) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); Palais de Longchamp, Marseille, France; (add.info.: Saint Roch praying to the Virgin for the cessation of the plague. Painting by Jacques Louis David (1748-1825). Oil on canvas, 1780. Musee des Beaux Arts - Palais Longchamp, Marseille.); eJean Bernard; French, out of copyright

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Blessed Virgin Brat Christendom Contagion Despair Desperation Disease Distress Epidemia Epidemic Ethnicity Illness Inhabitant Jeanbernard Misery Outbreak Pandemy Pauper Poors Pray Prayers Precarious Precariousness Saint Roch Sick Sickness Wretch Biblical Scene Ethnography


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This print captures the painting "Saint Roch praying to the Virgin for the cessation of the plague" by Jacques Louis David. Painted in 1780, this oil on canvas artwork depicts a powerful scene of faith and desperation during a time of great suffering. In the midst of an epidemic that ravaged France, Saint Roch is shown kneeling before the Virgin Mary, fervently praying for relief from the devastating plague. The artist skillfully portrays Saint Roch's anguish and devotion through his expressive brushstrokes and use of light and shadow. The composition exudes a sense of misery and despair as people from all walks of life gather around Saint Roch, seeking solace in their shared faith. The painting serves as both a religious icon and a poignant reminder of human vulnerability in times of crisis. David's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this masterpiece - from the intricate folds in Saint Roch's robe to each individual face filled with anguish or hope. Through this work, he not only captures a historical moment but also conveys timeless themes such as resilience, compassion, and our innate need for spiritual guidance during challenging times. Displayed at Musee des Beaux Arts - Palais Longchamp in Marseille, France, this painting continues to inspire viewers with its profound depiction of humanity's unwavering belief in divine intervention amidst adversity.

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