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Belisarius, 1797 (oil on canvas)
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Belisarius, 1797 (oil on canvas)
3545807 Belisarius, 1797 (oil on canvas) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon, Baron (1770-1837); 91.8x72.5 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: In legend the Byzantine general Flavius Belisarius (c. 500-65 AD) was blinded by Emperor Justinian and forced to beg. The 18th-century French writer Jean-FranAzois Marmontel used his story for an oblique attack on Louis XV and ungrateful monarchs. Gerard has introduced an incapacitating snakebite for his young guide); French, out of copyright
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Ancien Regime Blind Bourbons Dynasty Byzantine Guided House Of Bourbons France Ingratitude Louis The Great Louis Xiv Louis Xiv King Of France 1638 1715 Neo Classicism Neoclassicism Pre Revolutionary Sunset The Sun King Marmontel Neo Classical Neoclassical
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The captivating oil painting "Belisarius, 1797" by François Pascal Simon Gérard tells a powerful story through its intricate details and allegorical elements. The artwork, housed in the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, USA, measures 91.8x72.5 cm. In this neoclassical masterpiece, Gérard portrays the legendary Byzantine general Flavius Belisarius who was tragically blinded by Emperor Justinian and reduced to begging for survival. However, Gérard adds his own twist to the tale by depicting a young guide bitten by a snake – an incapacitating event that further emphasizes Belisarius' plight. This painting holds deeper meanings beyond its historical context; it serves as an oblique attack on Louis XV and ungrateful monarchs of the time. Jean-François Marmontel, an influential French writer from the 18th century, used Belisarius' story to criticize rulers who showed ingratitude towards their loyal subjects. Gérard's skillful use of light and shadow creates a mesmerizing atmosphere as sunset hues envelop both Belisarius and his guide. The artist's mastery of neoclassicism is evident in every brushstroke, showcasing his ability to blend classical themes with contemporary social commentary. Through this thought-provoking piece of artistry, viewers are invited to reflect upon power dynamics between rulers and those they govern throughout history. "Belisarius" stands as a testament not only to G
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