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Ricciardino Langoscos mother searching the corpse of her son killed during the conquest of Pavia at the hands of Matteo Visconti in 1315, 1846 (oil on canvas)
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Ricciardino Langoscos mother searching the corpse of her son killed during the conquest of Pavia at the hands of Matteo Visconti in 1315, 1846 (oil on canvas)
6200637 Ricciardino Langoscos mother searching the corpse of her son killed during the conquest of Pavia at the hands of Matteo Visconti in 1315, 1846 (oil on canvas) by Massacra, Pasquale (1819-49); Musei Civici Del Castello Visconteo, Pavia, Italy; (add.info.: Pasquale Massacra: " La madre di Ricciardino Langosco in traccia del cadavere del figlio ucciso nella espugnazione di Pavia per le armi di Matteo Visconti l anno 1315" ; olio su tela, 1846.); Ghigo Roli
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Arte Dipinto A Olio Figlio Madre Morte Pittura Religione Romanticism Romanticismo Sacrifice Sacrificio The 19th Century Ttocento Xix Secolo Killing Sacredness
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In this poignant oil painting titled "Ricciardino Langosco's Mother Searching the Corpse of Her Son" artist Pasquale Massacra captures a heart-wrenching moment from history. The scene takes us back to 1315 during the conquest of Pavia, where Matteo Visconti's forces claimed victory. In the midst of this brutal conflict, we witness a grieving mother desperately searching for her fallen son. The canvas portrays raw emotion and anguish as the mother frantically scans through lifeless bodies in search of her beloved child. Massacra skillfully uses light and shadow to enhance the dramatic intensity, emphasizing both sorrow and hopelessness. The viewer can almost feel the weight of her despair as she clings onto any glimmer of possibility. This artwork is a testament to human resilience and sacrifice, highlighting themes such as love, loss, and devotion. It embodies the religious undertones prevalent in 19th-century art while also capturing elements of romanticism with its emphasis on intense emotions. Displayed at Musei Civici Del Castello Visconteo in Pavia, Italy, this painting by Pasquale Massacra serves as a powerful reminder that war leaves behind not only physical devastation but also shattered lives and broken hearts. It invites contemplation on the universal experiences of grief and mourning that transcend time and place - reminding us all to cherish our loved ones while they are still with us.
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