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The last meeting between Jacopo Foscari and his family before being exiled
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The last meeting between Jacopo Foscari and his family before being exiled
3497530 The last meeting between Jacopo Foscari and his family before being exiled, 1838-40 (oil on canvas) by Hayez, Francesco (1791-1882); 165x233 cm; Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Lombardy, Italy; (add.info.: The painting was commissioned in 1838 by Emperor Ferdinand I, who had arrived in Milan for his coronation as king of Lombardy and Veneto, and it was destined for the Belvedere Gallery in Vienna
Milano-Fondazione Cariplo-Hayez Francesco-L ultimo abboccamento di Giacomo Foscari figlio del doge Giuseppe colla propria famiglia prima di partire per l esilio cui era stato condannato 1838-40); Photo eMauro Ranzani; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22443156
© Mauro Ranzani / Bridgeman Images
Balcony Departing Departure Doge Ducal Palace Exile Exiled Gestures Lagoon Sentenced
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The Last Meeting - A Heartbreaking Farewell
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. In this poignant photo print, we witness a deeply emotional moment frozen in time. The painting captures the last meeting between Jacopo Foscari and his family before he is forced into exile. Painted by Francesco Hayez between 1838 and 1840, it portrays a scene of immense sorrow and despair. The composition centers around Jacopo Foscari, son of the Doge Giuseppe Foscari, who stands on a balcony overlooking Venice's lagoon. His family surrounds him, their faces etched with anguish as they bid farewell to their beloved son and brother. The detail in each portrait reflects the artist's mastery in capturing raw emotions. The setting itself adds to the dramatic atmosphere - ships dotting the waters below symbolize departure while emphasizing the impending separation. The grandeur of the Ducal Palace serves as a stark reminder of power lost and shattered dreams. Commissioned by Emperor Ferdinand I for Vienna's Belvedere Gallery, this painting holds historical significance beyond its artistic beauty. It immortalizes an event that speaks volumes about political intrigue and personal sacrifice during turbulent times. As we gaze upon this image from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of love torn apart by cruel fate; a family forever marked by loss; and Jacopo Foscari's resilience in facing an uncertain future with dignity. It is through art like this that history comes alive - evoking empathy within us all for those who have suffered under unjust circumstances.
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