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The Rich Man and the Poor Lazarus, 1625, by Hendrick ter Bru
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The Rich Man and the Poor Lazarus, 1625, by Hendrick ter Bru
Hendrick ter Brugghen (1588-1629). Dutch painter. The Rich Man and the Poor Lazarus, 1625. Centraal Museum. Utrecht. Netherlands
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1625 Baroque Beggar Bethany Biblical Centraal Contrast Dives Hendrick Jesus Lazarus Netherlandish Netherlands Parable Poor Rich Testament Utrecht Brugghen Terbrugghen
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The Rich Man and the Poor Lazarus," painted by Hendrick ter Brugghen in 1625, is a poignant and thought-provoking Baroque masterpiece housed at the Centraal Museum in Utrecht, Netherlands. This striking painting brings to life one of the most famous parables from the New Testament of the Christian Bible. At the center of the composition, we find the eponymous figures: the rich man, dressed in fine robes and reclining on a sumptuous couch, feasting with a group of well-dressed men, and the poor man, Lazarus, lying at his gate, covered in sores and attended by a faithful dog. The stark contrast between their two lives is emphasized by the vivid use of color and light: the rich man's world is bathed in warm, rich tones, while Lazarus's world is shrouded in darkness and despair. The parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, as told in the Gospel of Luke, serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of compassion and charity. The rich man, who has lived a life of luxury and indifference, is condemned to an eternity of suffering in the afterlife, while Lazarus, the poor and suffering, is rewarded with entry into the bosom of Abraham. Ter Brugghen's interpretation of this biblical scene is both modern and timeless, capturing the essence of the parable while also showcasing his exceptional skill as a painter. The artist's use of dynamic groupings, expressive figures, and intricate details bring the story to life in a way that continues to resonate with viewers more than 400 years after it was created.
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