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Calvary, 1874 (oil on canvas)
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Calvary, 1874 (oil on canvas)
XIR223224 Calvary, 1874 (oil on canvas) by Legros, Alphonse (1837-1911); 91.5x72.8 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright
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At Prayer Le Calvaire Nuns Passion Mourning
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This print transports us back to the year 1874, where we find ourselves standing in awe before Alphonse Legros' masterpiece, "Calvary". The painting, rendered with meticulous detail on canvas using oil paints, measures an impressive 91.5x72.8 cm and is currently housed at the Musee d'Orsay in Paris, France. In this poignant scene, a group of female nuns kneel together in prayer before a towering cross that symbolizes the weight of their devotion. Their heads bowed low as they mournfully contemplate the passion of Christ depicted on this sacred site. The landscape surrounding them exudes a sense of solemnity and reverence. Legros masterfully captures both the physical and emotional aspects of these devout women's faith through his skillful brushwork. Each figure is delicately portrayed with intricate details that convey their individual expressions of piety and contemplation. As we gaze upon this powerful image captured by Fine Art Finder from www. bridgemanimages. com, we cannot help but be moved by the intensity emanating from these figures engaged in deep spiritual reflection. It serves as a timeless reminder of humanity's capacity for devotion and our eternal quest for solace amidst life's trials.
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