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Caryatid by Victor Vilain, Decoration of the Louvre, Paris, 1852-57 (salted paper print)
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Caryatid by Victor Vilain, Decoration of the Louvre, Paris, 1852-57 (salted paper print)
3611963 Caryatid by Victor Vilain, Decoration of the Louvre, Paris, 1852-57 (salted paper print) by Baldus, Edouard-Denis (c.1813-c.1889); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; French, out of copyright
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Anthropomorphic Bare Breasts Caryatid Contrapposto Drapery Louvre Neoclassical Salted Print Sculptural Black And White Photograph Neo Classical
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This photograph showcases the exquisite "Caryatid" sculpture by Victor Vilain, which adorns the grand Louvre Museum in Paris. Created between 1852 and 1857, this neoclassical masterpiece is beautifully captured through a salted paper print by Edouard-Denis Baldus. The image portrays a female figure draped in elegant fabric, embodying grace and strength. Standing tall with contrapposto posture, she assumes her role as an architectural support column known as a caryatid. This anthropomorphic sculpture seamlessly blends into the surrounding classical architecture of the Louvre. The photographer's choice to present this artwork in black and white adds depth and timelessness to the composition. The absence of color allows viewers to focus on the intricate details of both the sculptural form and delicate drapery. Notably, this particular print is housed at J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, USA. Its presence there speaks volumes about its significance within art history. Overall, this photograph captures not only an exceptional work of art but also evokes a sense of admiration for neoclassical aesthetics that continue to inspire us today.
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