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Waiting for the Verdict, 1859 (oil on canvas)
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Waiting for the Verdict, 1859 (oil on canvas)
2962882 Waiting for the Verdict, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Solomon, Abraham (1824-62); 63.5x88.9 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Companion to Not guilty ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 18257403
© J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA / Bridgeman Images
Anxiety Barrister Courtroom Justice Lawyer Misery Pathos Suffering Trial Waiting Fear
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Waiting for the Verdict, 1859 - A Glimpse into Victorian Courtroom Drama
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. This oil painting by Abraham Solomon, titled "Waiting for the Verdict" offers a poignant portrayal of anxiety and suffering in a 19th-century English courtroom. The scene captures the intense emotions experienced by both the accused and their loved ones as they anxiously await the outcome of a trial. The composition centers around a family huddled together, their faces etched with fear and misery. Their eyes are fixed on an unseen figure, perhaps representing justice or the judge delivering the verdict. In this moment frozen in time, Solomon masterfully conveys the pathos that permeates every corner of this courtroom. A loyal dog rests at their feet, mirroring their collective unease. Its presence serves as a reminder of unwavering companionship amidst turmoil—a silent witness to human suffering. The meticulous attention to detail in this artwork transports us back to an era where barristers fought tirelessly for justice within rigid legal systems. Through his brushstrokes, Solomon invites viewers to empathize with those caught in these high-stakes trials—individuals whose lives hang precariously on each word spoken within these courtrooms. As we gaze upon this masterpiece housed at J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, we cannot help but be captivated by its raw emotion and historical significance. "Waiting for the Verdict" stands as a testament to both artistic skill and societal introspection—an enduring reminder that even
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