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Une Famille dans la desolation (A Grief-Stricken Family), 1821 (oil on canvas)
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Une Famille dans la desolation (A Grief-Stricken Family), 1821 (oil on canvas)
3366951 Une Famille dans la desolation (A Grief-Stricken Family), 1821 (oil on canvas) by Prud hon, Pierre-Paul (1758-1823); 27x21.3 cm; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; French, out of copyright
Media ID 18260363
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Attic Barefoot Crying Eaves Grieg Sick Sobbing Sorrow Weeping Wretched Dying Laborer Labourer
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This poignant and heart-wrenching image captures the essence of despair and sorrow in "Une Famille dans la desolation (A Grief-Stricken Family)" by Pierre-Paul Prud'hon. Painted in 1821, this oil on canvas masterpiece depicts a French family trapped in the depths of poverty and grief. The scene unfolds within the confines of an attic, where destitution is palpable. The laborer father, worn out from toil, sits hunched over with his head buried in his hands. His wife, overcome with anguish, clings desperately to him as tears stream down her face. Their children stand barefoot beside them, their faces etched with sadness beyond their years. Prud'hon's masterful brushstrokes convey not only the physical suffering but also the emotional turmoil experienced by this family. The dimly lit room casts long shadows that accentuate their wretchedness while emphasizing their isolation from society. In this Romantic-era painting, death looms ominously overhead as if mocking their plight. Yet amidst all the pain and sorrow depicted here lies a glimmer of hope - a reminder that even in times of immense hardship, familial bonds can provide solace and strength. "Une Famille dans la desolation" serves as a powerful reminder of the harsh realities faced by many during this period in history. It prompts us to reflect on our own privilege while urging compassion for those less fortunate than ourselves.
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