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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
3497466 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 22972928
© Mauro Ranzani / Bridgeman Images
Balcony Departing Departure Doge Ducal Palace Exile Exiled Gestures Lagoon Sentenced Suffering
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The Last Meeting - A Heartbreaking Farewell
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. In this poignant photo print, we are transported back to a significant moment in history - the last meeting between Jacopo Foscari and his family before being exiled. Painted by Francesco Hayez between 1838-40, this oil on canvas captures the raw emotions of a family torn apart by political circumstances. Commissioned by Emperor Ferdinand I for the Belvedere Gallery in Vienna, Hayez skillfully portrays the anguish and suffering endured by Jacopo Foscari as he prepares to depart from his loved ones. The scene unfolds within the grandeur of Venice's Ducal Palace, with its magnificent balcony overlooking the lagoon. Gestures speak volumes as each member of Foscari's family clings desperately to their beloved son and brother. Their faces reveal a mixture of sorrow, resignation, and hopelessness at the impending separation. The painting serves as a testament to human resilience in times of adversity. The composition is masterfully executed with intricate details that bring life to every brushstroke. From the ships sailing away in the distance symbolizing departure, to portraits adorning the walls representing generations past – every element adds depth and meaning to this dramatic tableau. As we gaze upon this artwork captured beautifully by Bridgeman Images' photographer eMauro Ranzani, we cannot help but be moved by Jacopo Foscari's story. This image serves as a reminder of both personal sacrifice and societal injustice that echoes throughout history.
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