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The Avignon Pieta, 1450-60 (oil on panel) (detail of 244976)
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The Avignon Pieta, 1450-60 (oil on panel) (detail of 244976)
XIR331780 The Avignon Pieta, 1450-60 (oil on panel) (detail of 244976) by Quarton, Enguerrand (c.1410-66); 163 x 218.5 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: before the French revolution the painting was in the church at Villeneuve-les-Avignon; to the left of the Madonna is an unknown donor in the clerical dress of a canon, then John the Evangelist; to the right is Saint Madeleine; ); French, out of copyright
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Crying Grief Lamentation Marie Mary Magdalene Tears Halo Mourning
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This print showcases a detailed section of "The Avignon Pieta" a masterpiece created by Enguerrand Quarton between 1450 and 1460. The original oil painting, measuring an impressive 163 x 218.5 cm, is housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. Prior to the French Revolution, it resided in the church at Villeneuve-les-Avignon. In this particular detail, we witness a scene filled with profound sorrow and lamentation. At the center stands the Virgin Mary cradling her lifeless son Jesus Christ in her arms. Her face is etched with grief as tears stream down her cheeks, capturing the essence of motherly love and immense loss. To the left of Mary stands an unknown donor dressed as a canon, symbolizing his contribution to religious devotion. On the right side of Mary kneels Saint Madeleine (Mary Magdalene), known for her unwavering faith and repentance. Enguerrand Quarton's attention to detail is evident through his meticulous brushwork and use of vibrant colors that enhance each figure's emotional expression. The divine halo surrounding Jesus signifies his sacred nature even after death. This powerful image evokes empathy from viewers who are drawn into its narrative of mourning and spirituality. It serves as a testament to Quarton's artistic skill while reminding us of humanity's universal experience: grappling with grief amidst our deepest beliefs.
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