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And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were In It, 1891-92 (oil on paper)

And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were In It, 1891-92 (oil on paper)


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And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were In It, 1891-92 (oil on paper)

BIR108323 And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were In It, 1891-92 (oil on paper) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96); diam:43.2 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; (add.info.: The title is taken from the Bible - Book of Revelation 20:13.
This was a study for a painting now in the Tate Gallery.); English, out of copyright

Media ID 25460748

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And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were In It, 1891-92

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is a captivating oil on paper artwork by Frederic Leighton. This hauntingly beautiful tondo painting, with a diameter of 43.2 cm, can be found in the Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery. The title of this piece draws inspiration from the Book of Revelation in the Bible, specifically chapter 20 verse 13. Leighton's work serves as a study for another painting that now resides in the Tate Gallery. In this mesmerizing composition, Leighton skillfully captures a stormy scene at sea. The tumultuous waves crash against each other while dark clouds loom overhead. Amidst this tempestuous setting, we witness an eerie sight - corpses emerging from the depths of the ocean. Leighton's attention to detail is remarkable; he portrays each lifeless figure with great precision and emotion. The viewer cannot help but feel both captivated and unsettled by this macabre depiction. "And the Sea Gave Up the Dead Which Were In It" invites contemplation about mortality and our relationship with nature's forces. It serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's vulnerability to natural disasters and acts as a memento mori - reminding us all of our own inevitable fate. This powerful artwork continues to resonate with audiences today, provoking introspection and reflection on life's transience amidst nature's immense power.

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