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The Pardon in Brittany, 1886 (oil on canvas)
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The Pardon in Brittany, 1886 (oil on canvas)
3614014 The Pardon in Brittany, 1886 (oil on canvas) by Dagnan-Bouveret, Pascal Adolphe Jean (1852-1929); 114.6x84.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Like many of his contemporaries, Dagnan-Bouveret was fascinated by the religious customs of Brittany in northern France. In this scene, penitents wearing traditional regional dress proceed solemnly around a church; some go barefoot or kneel to demonstrate remorse. ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 22732770
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Alms Begging Bretagne Breton Britanny Candles Customary Forgiveness Pardon Peasants Penitent Penitents Pilgrimage Pilgrims Redemption Regional
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The Pardon in Brittany, 1886
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by Pascal Adolphe Jean Dagnan-Bouveret captures a poignant moment of religious devotion and forgiveness. This oil on canvas print, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, depicts a scene from the religious customs of Brittany in northern France. In this image, penitents dressed in traditional regional attire proceed solemnly around a church. Some walk barefoot or kneel to demonstrate their remorse and seek redemption. The painting beautifully portrays the deep faith and piety that characterized these pilgrimages. The artist's fascination with capturing the essence of Brittany's religious traditions is evident through his attention to detail. Every element, from the flickering candles held by devotees to their distinctive headdresses and caps, adds authenticity to this customary event. Dagnan-Bouveret skillfully conveys both individual expressions of repentance and collective unity within this procession. The painting invites viewers into this spiritual journey as they witness men and women coming together to seek pardon for their sins. Through "The Pardon in Brittany". Dagnan-Bouveret not only showcases his artistic talent but also sheds light on an important aspect of French culture. This masterpiece serves as a window into the rich history and deeply rooted traditions that continue to shape contemporary Breton society today.
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