Pillow : VOLTAIRE: CANDIDE. Candide parted from Cunegonde by her father, Baron Thunder-ten-Tronckh. Line engraving, 1778, after Daniel Chodowiecki
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VOLTAIRE: CANDIDE. Candide parted from Cunegonde by her father, Baron Thunder-ten-Tronckh. Line engraving, 1778, after Daniel Chodowiecki
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Media ID 7513369
Arouet Baron Candide Chodowiecki Daniel Daughter Father Francois Literature Lover Maria Noble Man Voltaire Cunegonde
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in Voltaire's renowned novel, "Candide". The scene depicts the heart-wrenching separation of the two lovers, Candide and Cunegonde. As her father, Baron Thunder-ten-Tronckh, sternly intervenes, their destinies are abruptly torn apart. The 18th-century line engraving beautifully portrays the emotional intensity of this scene. The delicate strokes and intricate details bring to life the anguish on Candide's face as he is forcibly separated from his beloved Cunegonde. Maria Chodowiecki's skilled craftsmanship shines through in every line and contour. Voltaire's masterpiece explores themes of love, philosophy, and human suffering against the backdrop of an unjust world. This particular moment signifies one of many trials faced by the protagonist as he navigates a tumultuous journey filled with misfortune and disillusionment. The image also highlights societal divisions between nobility and commoners during that era. Baron Thunder-ten-Tronckh represents the aristocracy who hold power over individuals like Candide due to their social status. As viewers gaze upon this remarkable print from The Granger Collection, they can't help but be drawn into Voltaire's narrative universe. It serves as a visual reminder of timeless literary works that continue to captivate readers across generations.
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