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Extreme Unction, c. 1637-40 (oil on canvas)
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Extreme Unction, c. 1637-40 (oil on canvas)
XCF282068 Extreme Unction, c.1637-40 (oil on canvas) by Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665); 95.5x121 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12788473
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Annointing Anointed Bless Deathbed Grief Grieving Last Rites Mourners Onlookers Rite Sacrament Sick Sombre Sorrow Anoint Dying Mourning
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This print captures the essence of Nicolas Poussin's masterpiece, "Extreme Unction". Painted between 1637 and 1640, this oil on canvas artwork depicts a solemn scene unfolding in an intimate bedroom. The composition centers around a male figure lying on his deathbed, surrounded by mourners and onlookers. The atmosphere is heavy with grief as a female mourner kneels beside the bed in prayer. A somber servant stands nearby, holding an oil vessel used for anointing. The room is filled with sorrowful faces reflecting the weight of impending loss. In this poignant moment, a priest performs the sacrament of Extreme Unction or last rites, blessing the dying man. This Christian ritual symbolizes spiritual preparation for passage into eternity. Poussin's meticulous attention to detail and mastery of Baroque style are evident in every brushstroke. The composition exudes both reverence and melancholy as it explores themes of mortality and faith. Through its rich symbolism and emotional depth, "Extreme Unction" invites viewers to contemplate life's transience and find solace in religious rituals during times of profound loss. Displayed at London's National Gallery, this timeless work continues to captivate audiences centuries after its creation. Thanks to Fine Art Finder and www. bridgemanart. com for preserving this remarkable piece that transcends time through its evocative portrayal of human emotions surrounding deathbed scenes.
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