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Cyrus II le Grand annonce a Araspe que Panthee a obtenu sa grace. Peinture de Laurent De La Hyre (La Hire, 1606-1656), 17eme siecle. Chicago, Art Institute
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Cyrus II le Grand annonce a Araspe que Panthee a obtenu sa grace. Peinture de Laurent De La Hyre (La Hire, 1606-1656), 17eme siecle. Chicago, Art Institute
JLJ4687498 Cyrus II le Grand annonce a Araspe que Panthee a obtenu sa grace. Peinture de Laurent De La Hyre (La Hire, 1606-1656), 17eme siecle. Chicago, Art Institute by La Hyre, Laurent de (1606-56); The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: Cyrus II le Grand annonce a Araspe que Panthee a obtenu sa grace. Peinture de Laurent De La Hyre (La Hire, 1606-1656), 17eme siecle. Chicago, Art Institute); Photo © Photo Josse
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In this 17th-century painting by Laurent De La Hyre, titled "Cyrus II le Grand annonce a Araspe que Panthee a obtenu sa grace" we are transported to the royal court of Cyrus the Great. The scene depicts Cyrus, the powerful ruler of Persia, announcing to his trusted advisor Araspe that Panthee has been granted her freedom. The composition is filled with emotion and intrigue as Cyrus stands tall and regal in his opulent attire, while Araspe listens intently with a mix of surprise and relief on his face. The delicate brushwork brings out the intricate details of their garments and captures the play of light and shadow in the room. La Hire's mastery lies not only in capturing historical accuracy but also in conveying human emotions through subtle gestures and expressions. The woman at the center of attention, Panthee, remains unseen but her presence is felt through the reactions of those around her. It leaves us wondering about her story - what led to her imprisonment? What did she do to earn Cyrus' favor? This painting is an exquisite example of French Baroque artistry, showcasing themes such as beauty, seduction, love, marriage, power dynamics between men and women. Its display at Chicago's Art Institute allows viewers to immerse themselves in this rich historical narrative while appreciating De La Hyre's skillful execution.
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