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The Torment of the Adulterers, 1876 (oil on canvas)
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The Torment of the Adulterers, 1876 (oil on canvas)
989526 The Torment of the Adulterers, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Garnier, Pierre (1847-1937); 95.9x176.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Torment of the Adulterers; Les Supplice des Adulteres. Pierre Garnier (1847-1937). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1976. 95.9 x 176.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22523834
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1970s 20th Century Painting Adulterer Animal Equipment Crop Garnier Human Role Humiliation Large Group Late 20th Century Late Twentieth Century Negative Concept Public Public Space Punish Punishing Seventies Skin Spectator Torment Tormented Watchful Whip 1976 19th Century European Art Artist French French Art French Artist Punishment
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The Torment of the Adulterers, 1876
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by Pierre Garnier is a captivating oil painting that depicts a scene of punishment and humiliation. The artwork, measuring 95.9x176.5 cm, showcases Garnier's mastery in capturing the emotions and agony of his subjects. In this powerful composition, we are transported to an urban public space where a large group of people has gathered to witness the torment of two adulterers. The artist skillfully portrays the anguish on their faces as they endure their punishment for betraying their partners. Garnier's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, from the texture of the skin to the posture and expressions of each individual in the crowd. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and intensity to this dramatic scene. The painting evokes strong emotions as it explores themes such as betrayal, guilt, and societal judgment. It serves as a reminder that actions have consequences and that one must face them with dignity or suffer public humiliation. "The Torment of the Adulterers" stands as a testament to Garnier's talent as a French artist during the late 19th century. His ability to capture raw human emotion through his art continues to resonate with viewers even today. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Garnier's masterpiece up close, immersing ourselves in its intricate details while contemplating its profound narrative about moral transgressions and societal norms.
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