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The Death of Absalom (oil on panel)
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The Death of Absalom (oil on panel)
XIR181980 The Death of Absalom (oil on panel) by Pesellino, Francesco di Stefano (1422-57); 44x50 cm; Musee de Tesse, Le Mans, France; Italian, out of copyright
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Absalon Book Of Samuel Branch Escape Escaping Fleeing Hanging Hills Lance Locks
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This print captures the intense and tragic scene of "The Death of Absalom" by Francesco di Stefano Pesellino. The oil on panel artwork, measuring 44x50 cm, is housed in the Musee de Tesse in Le Mans, France. In this powerful Renaissance masterpiece from the Old Testament's Book of Samuel, we witness Absalom's desperate attempt to escape his fate. Mounted on a majestic horse, he charges through a stunning landscape of rolling hills and towering trees. His flowing locks caught in a tree branch symbolize his entanglement with destiny. Absalom's pursuer, depicted as a knight armed with a lance, relentlessly attacks him from behind. The tension between them is palpable as they engage in this fateful encounter amidst the chaos of battle. Pesellino skillfully conveys Absalom's desperation through dynamic brushstrokes and vivid colors that evoke movement and emotion. This composition showcases both the artist's technical mastery and his ability to capture profound human drama. "The Death of Absalom" serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences that can arise from ambition and betrayal within familial relationships. It invites viewers to reflect upon themes such as power struggles, redemption, and ultimately our own mortality. Through this remarkable print provided by www. bridgemanimages. com, art enthusiasts can now appreciate Pesellino's timeless work without any copyright limitations or commercial restrictions.
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