Description
In 1793 leading French revolutionary painter Jacques-Louis David immortalized the death of journalist Jean-Paul Marat in this painting La Mort de Marat (The Death of Marat). David sought to imbue Marat with some of the sacred qualities given to religious martyrs and give credence to the revolutionary causes for which he fought by painting him in the style of Michelangelo’s Pieta and Caravaggio’s Entombment of Christ. His use of dramatic lighting and idealized subject give off a sense of tragic sacrifice. Borrowing religious styles for the purpose of political advancement presaged some later modernist ideas and helped cement the historical significance of David Marat and this painting in particular. This detail spotlights the letter held in the subject’s hand at the time of death symbolizing the message the painting conveyed to David’s target audience. A truly meaningful piece of history painted by an influential master has been precisely reproduced and made available for your personal enjoyment. This made-to-order miniature reproduction will arrive ready to hang surrounded by one of our custom frames that are built by hand in the USA. Our focus on quality and service means we only use the highest resolution image available when professionally printing onto archival-grade canvas. Frame Name: Brasovia Frame Details: Dark Champagne Frame with Antiqued Silver and Bronze Highlights and Black Liner. Frame Width: 3 1/4″ – Frame Dimensions: 12 1/2″ X 10 1/2″ (Exterior)
- SKU 35768423-000-000 Style Classic Subject People Frame Color Bronze Frame Material Wood Orientation Landscape Shape Rectangle Size Small Dimensions 10.5 In. X 2.0 In. X 12.5 In. Model Number 6JLD7041-FR-104491674X6
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