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Tomb of Jean Baptiste Joseph Languet de Gergy (1675-1750) completed in 1753
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Tomb of Jean Baptiste Joseph Languet de Gergy (1675-1750) completed in 1753
XIR182040 Tomb of Jean Baptiste Joseph Languet de Gergy (1675-1750) completed in 1753, 1757 (marble & wood) by Slodtz, Rene Michel (Michel-Ange) (1705-64); Church of Saint-Sulpice, Paris, France; (add.info.: founder of the Enfants Malades and responsible for the completion of the church; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22346874
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Bishop Curate Faux Grim Reaper Scythe Skeleton Sulpice Tombeau
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This print showcases the intricate and hauntingly beautiful Tomb of Jean Baptiste Joseph Languet de Gergy, completed in 1753. Crafted by the talented sculptor Rene Michel Slodtz, this masterpiece resides within the Church of Saint-Sulpice in Paris, France. The tomb serves as a tribute to Jean Baptiste Joseph Languet de Gergy (1675-1750), a revered figure who founded the Enfants Malades and played a crucial role in completing the church. The photograph captures every detail with precision, allowing viewers to appreciate both its artistic brilliance and historical significance. In this image, we see an angelic figure kneeling beside the tomb, its wings gracefully spread out. Symbolizing divinity and protection, these celestial beings add an ethereal touch to the scene. However, amidst their presence stands a grim reaper-like figure wielding a scythe—a stark reminder of mortality. The portrait of Jean Baptiste Joseph Languet de Gergy gazes solemnly from within his final resting place. A skeleton motif adorns the tomb's facade—another poignant symbol representing death's inevitability. Through this print by Bridgeman Images, we are transported into a world where artistry intertwines with history. It invites us to reflect on life's transience while marveling at human creativity that transcends time itself.
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