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The Apotheosis of Voltaire, 1778 (oil on canvas)
XIR211721 The Apotheosis of Voltaire, 1778 (oil on canvas) by Dardel, Robert Guillaume (1749-1821); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright
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1694 1778 Deification Francois Marie Arouet French Author Glorification Glory Honouring Winged Horse
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is a captivating oil on canvas masterpiece created by Robert Guillaume Dardel in 1778. This stunning artwork, housed at the Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet in France, depicts the eminent French author and philosopher François-Marie Arouet, widely known as Voltaire. In this grandiose scene, we witness the extraordinary transformation of Voltaire into an immortal figure. Positioned atop a majestic winged horse with a lion by his side, he ascends towards the heavens surrounded by celestial beings. The angels bestow upon him honor and glory as they celebrate his intellectual contributions to society. Dardel's painting captures not only the physical representation of Voltaire but also symbolizes his profound impact on literature and philosophy during the Enlightenment era. Through this apotheosis or deification process, Voltaire is elevated to mythical status for his influential writings that challenged societal norms and advocated for freedom of thought. The artist skillfully portrays both awe-inspiring beauty and reverence through vibrant colors and meticulous brushstrokes. This print serves as a timeless reminder of Voltaire's enduring legacy and continues to inspire generations with its depiction of intellectual pursuit and human enlightenment.
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