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Young woman flattering a sick old man in a bedroom
Young woman flattering a sick old man seated next to a table of medicines in a bedroom. What are you saying? You look like an emperor. (Poor man hasn t got long.) Handcoloured lithograph by the Gihaut brothers after an illustration by Jean Gabriel Scheffer from Petites Scenes du Monde, Ce qu on dit et ce qu on pense, Gihaut Freres, Paris, 1829
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In this poignant hand-colored lithograph by the Gihaut brothers, after an illustration by Jean Gabriel Scheffer, a young woman tenderly engages in a heartfelt moment with a sick old man in his dimly lit bedroom. The old man, seated next to a table laden with various medicines, gazes up at the young woman with a weary yet content expression. She leans over him, her elegant hand reaching out to gently touch his cheek as she whispers, "You look like an emperor." The scene exudes an air of life's fleeting moments and the human capacity for compassion and beauty amidst suffering. The interior of the room, with its ornate furnishings and delicate fabrics, adds to the sense of elegance and refinement. The young woman's fashionable attire, complete with a high-waisted dress and a feathered hat, contrasts sharply with the old man's simple, worn clothing. This image is a poignant reminder of the power of kindness and the importance of cherishing the moments we have with those we care about. The title of the series, "Petites Scenes du Monde," suggests that this is just one of many small, yet significant, moments in life. The use of hand-coloring adds an extra layer of depth and emotion to the image, making it a truly captivating and moving work of art. The Gihaut brothers, known for their skill in lithography, expertly captured the nuances of Scheffer's original illustration, resulting in a beautiful and thought-provoking print that continues to resonate with viewers today.
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