Ernest Louis Aquilas Christophe - Le Baiser supreme
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Ernest Louis Aquilas Christophe - Le Baiser supreme
The final work by Ernest Louis Aquilas Christophe (1827-1892) entitled Le Baiser supreme ( The Supreme Kiss or The Sphinx ) (marble), exhibited posthumously at the Salon of 1892, shows a young man in a terminal embrace with a sphinx or chimera. Date: 1892
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Le Baiser supreme,
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or The Supreme Kiss, is a captivating and enigmatic marble sculpture created by the talented French artist Ernest Louis Aquilas Christophe in 1892. This posthumously exhibited masterpiece, displayed at the Salon of 1892, showcases a young man in an intimate and terminal embrace with a mythical creature, either a sphinx or a chimera. The sculpture's title, "The Supreme Kiss," suggests the depth of emotion and passion conveyed through this powerful work of art. The young man, with his muscular form and intense gaze, reaches out to the mythical creature, who appears to be returning his affection. The sphinx or chimera, with its enigmatic expression and intricately detailed features, adds an element of the unusual and fantastical to the scene. The sculpture's title, "The Supreme Kiss," suggests the depth of emotion and passion conveyed through this powerful work of art. The erotic undertones of the sculpture are evident in the way the figures are entwined, their bodies pressed together in a passionate embrace. The sensuality of the scene is heightened by the contrast between the human form and the mythical creature, adding an element of the surreal and otherworldly. The use of marble as the medium for this sculpture adds to its grandeur and timeless quality. The cool, smooth surface of the marble contrasts with the warmth and intensity of the figures, creating a striking visual effect. The intricate details of the sculpture, from the veins in the man's arms to the intricate patterns on the sphinx or chimera's body, demonstrate Christophe's mastery of the medium. "Le Baiser supreme" is a testament to the power of love and the human desire for connection, even with the most unusual and mythical of beings. The sculpture continues to captivate and inspire viewers, making it a true masterpiece of romantic and mythological art.
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