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The character of Argan in Act I Scene II, from Le Malade Imaginaire by Moliere
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The character of Argan in Act I Scene II, from Le Malade Imaginaire by Moliere
XJF465168 The character of Argan in Act I Scene II, from Le Malade Imaginaire by Moliere, engraved by Ludwig Wolff (engraving) by Geffroy, Edmond A.F. (1804-95) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Argan is the hypochondriac protangonist of Molieres 1673 comedy Le Malade Imaginaire or The Imaginary Invalid ; French playwright and actor Moliere (1622-73); Ludwig Wolff (1776-1832); " Mon Lavement d aujourd hui a-t-il bien opere" ; ); French, out of copyright
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Hypochondriac Illness Imagined Le Malade Imaginaire Moliere Patient Slippers Argan
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This print captures the character of Argan in Act I Scene II from Moliere's renowned play, Le Malade Imaginaire. Engraved by Ludwig Wolff and beautifully depicted by Edmond A. F. Geffroy, this artwork showcases the hypochondriac protagonist in all his glory. Argan, played by French playwright and actor Moliere himself, is portrayed as a patient consumed by imagined sicknesses. Dressed in a comfortable dressing gown and donning slippers, he exudes an air of vulnerability mixed with eccentricity. In this particular scene, Argan anxiously contemplates the success of his latest enema treatment. With a pensive expression on his face, he questions whether "Mon Lavement d'aujourd'hui a-t-il bien opéré?" (Did today's enema work well?). This moment perfectly encapsulates Argan's obsession with his health and constant need for reassurance. Moliere's masterful portrayal of Argan highlights society's fascination with illness and the lengths some individuals will go to maintain their perceived ailments. The intricate details captured in Ludwig Wolff's engraving bring this iconic character to life, showcasing both the humor and tragedy within Moliere's comedy. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a testament to Moliere's genius as both a writer and performer while shedding light on our own preoccupations with health and imaginary illnesses.
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