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Le banquet d Esther (The Feast of Esther). Esther (Hadassah bat Avihail) epouse d Assuerus, roi de Perse (Xerxes I, 519-465 avant JC), apres le decret d extermination des juifs du royaume par le vizir Haman
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Le banquet d Esther (The Feast of Esther). Esther (Hadassah bat Avihail) epouse d Assuerus, roi de Perse (Xerxes I, 519-465 avant JC), apres le decret d extermination des juifs du royaume par le vizir Haman
FIA5374938 Le banquet d Esther (The Feast of Esther). Esther (Hadassah bat Avihail) epouse d Assuerus, roi de Perse (Xerxes I, 519-465 avant JC), apres le decret d extermination des juifs du royaume par le vizir Haman, elle invite les deux hommes a un banquet ou elle informe son mari qu elle est juive et condamnee a mort par ce decret. Assuerus, (debout sur la droite) octroie alors aux juifs le droit de se defendres ils sont attaques et condamne a mort le responsable du decret, (qui se tient front contre le sol sur le tableau). Peinture de Johann Heiss (1640-1704), huile sur toile, 1770-1780. Art allemand, 18e siecle, art baroque. State Hermitage, Saint Petersbourg. by Heiss, Johann (1640-1704); State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images
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This print captures the dramatic scene of "Le banquet d'Esther" (The Feast of Esther). Painted by Johann Heiss in the 18th century, this German baroque artwork depicts a pivotal moment from the biblical story. In the painting, we see Esther (Hadassah bat Avihail), wife of Assuerus, King of Persia (Xerxes I), after learning about Haman's decree to exterminate all Jews in the kingdom. Determined to save her people, she invites both Assuerus and Haman to a banquet where she reveals her Jewish identity and condemns herself to death under the decree. Assuerus stands tall on the right side of the painting as he grants Jews the right to defend themselves against their attackers. Meanwhile, Haman cowers on his knees before him, representing his imminent downfall for issuing such a cruel edict. Heiss skillfully uses oil on canvas to bring this powerful narrative alive with vibrant colors and intricate details. The banqueting room setting adds an air of grandeur and tension as Esther risks everything for her people's survival. Currently housed at State Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia, this masterpiece showcases not only Heiss' artistic talent but also highlights important themes like bravery, faithfulness, and triumph over adversity found within biblical events. Through this print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, viewers can immerse themselves in history while appreciating both religious significance and artistic brilliance.
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