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A Man being Escorted to the Gallows (oil on canvas)
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A Man being Escorted to the Gallows (oil on canvas)
827910 A Man being Escorted to the Gallows (oil on canvas) by Nuvolone, Carlo Francesco (1609-1662); 187.6x229.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Man being Escorted to the Gallows. Carlo Francesco Nuvolone (1609-1662). Oil on canvas. 187.6 x 229.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22484540
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Abbot Active Baroque Era Brown Criminal Escorted Gallows Italian Art Italian Artist Judgement Large Group Mid 17th Century Mid Seventeenth Century Negative Concept Old Master Paintings Outer Garment Penitence Physical Activity Punish Punishing Regret Religious Teacher Remorse Ruling Rulings Shame Walker Ethnic Origin Mortality Punishment Stroll Strolling
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A Man being Escorted to the Gallows
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is a captivating oil painting by Carlo Francesco Nuvolone that depicts a solemn and haunting scene. The large canvas measures 187.6 x 229.5cm, showcasing the artist's attention to detail and mastery of his craft. In this powerful image, we witness a man on his final journey towards the gallows, surrounded by a somber crowd of onlookers. The painting captures the penitence and religious undertones of the moment, as well as the weighty presence of clergy members who accompany him. The use of brown tones adds to the overall sense of shame and regret permeating through this composition. Nuvolone skillfully portrays both physical activity and emotional turmoil in his depiction of this condemned man walking towards his fate. Set against an outdoor backdrop during daytime, "A Man being Escorted to the Gallows" transports us back to seventeenth-century Europe. It serves as a reminder not only of human mortality but also highlights societal judgments and rulings prevalent during that era. This artwork showcases Nuvolone's expertise in capturing complex emotions within historical contexts while emphasizing themes such as punishment, death, religion, and morality. As viewers engage with this thought-provoking piece, they are invited to reflect upon their own beliefs about justice and compassion.
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