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The Lamentation, c. 1704 (oil on canvas)
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The Lamentation, c. 1704 (oil on canvas)
996025 The Lamentation, c.1704 (oil on canvas) by Jouvenet, Jean-Baptiste (1644-1717); 130.5x81.5 cm; Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto, Canada; © Art Gallery of Ontario; Gift of Joey and Toby Tanenbaum, 1995
Media ID 23022406
© Art Gallery of Ontario Gift of Joey and Toby Tanenbaum, 1995 / Bridgeman Images
Descent Drapery Grief Grieving Ladder Lamentation Mouring Mourners Mournful Neoclassical Shroud Mourning Neo Classical
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This print showcases Jean-Baptiste Jouvenet's masterpiece, "The Lamentation" painted in 1704. The oil on canvas artwork measures 130.5x81.5 cm and is housed in the prestigious Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto, Canada. A generous gift from Joey and Toby Tanenbaum in 1995 has allowed art enthusiasts to marvel at this neoclassical gem. "The Lamentation" depicts a scene of profound mourning and grief following the death of Jesus Christ. The composition features mourners surrounding the lifeless body of Christ, draped with a shroud as they lament his descent from the cross. Mary, depicted as Madonna, stands at the center of this sorrowful gathering, her face etched with anguish. Jouvenet's attention to detail is evident throughout the painting; every fold of drapery and expression on each mourner's face conveys their deep sense of loss. A ladder symbolizing Christ's ascent to heaven adds a poignant touch to this mournful tableau. This print captures not only Jouvenet's technical skill but also his ability to evoke powerful emotions through his brushstrokes. It serves as a reminder that even centuries later, art continues to move us by capturing moments that transcend time itself.
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