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Detail of Ugolino and His Sons, 1865-67 (Saint-Beat marble)
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Detail of Ugolino and His Sons, 1865-67 (Saint-Beat marble)
3615936 Detail of Ugolino and His Sons, 1865-67 (Saint-Beat marble) by Carpeaux, Jean-Baptiste (1827-75); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: The Pisan traitor Count Ugolino della Gherardesca, his sons Gaddo and Uguccione and grandsons Nino (surnamed " the Brigand" ) and Anselmuccio were imprisoned 1288 by the Ghibellines in the Muda tower and left to die of starvation.
Dantes Inferno canto XXXIII )
Media ID 24677634
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Captive Count Dante Desperate Desperation Divine Comedy Hunger Hungry Inferno Naturalism Naturalistic Nobleman Nobles Pisa Prisoners Realism Realistic Romanticism Second Empire Starvation Starving Suffering Della Gherardesca Dying Pisan
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail of Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux's sculpture, "Ugolino and His Sons". Created between 1865-67, this masterpiece is carved from Saint-Beat marble and can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The sculpture depicts the tragic tale of Count Ugolino della Gherardesca, a Pisan traitor who was imprisoned with his sons and grandsons in the Muda tower. Left to starve by their enemies, this haunting scene captures their desperate state as they suffer from hunger and despair. Carpeaux's attention to detail is evident in every aspect of this artwork. The naturalistic portrayal of these noble prisoners showcases both their physical suffering and emotional turmoil. The realism captured in the stone carving brings forth an overwhelming sense of empathy for these unfortunate souls. Drawing inspiration from Dante's Inferno, Carpeaux skillfully conveys the anguish experienced by Ugolino and his family through his masterful sculpting techniques. This piece exemplifies the artist's ability to blend elements of French Romanticism with Italian Renaissance influences. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded not only of the power that art holds but also how it can convey profound human emotions. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst great suffering, there is beauty to be found within artistic expression.
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