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Hector Bidding Farewell to his Son and Andromache (oil on canvas)
XIR201508 Hector Bidding Farewell to his Son and Andromache (oil on canvas) by Restout, Jean Bernard (1732-97); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans, France; (add.info.: Hector disant adieu a son fils et a Andromaque; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12704557
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Greetings Card Large (A4)
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29.7cm x 42cm (11.7" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant oil on canvas painting titled "Hector Bidding Farewell to his Son and Andromache" artist Jean Bernard Restout captures a heart-wrenching moment from Greek mythology. The scene depicts Hector, a valiant Trojan warrior, saying goodbye to his wife Andromache and their young son Astyanax as he prepares to go off to battle in the infamous Trojan War. The composition is filled with raw emotion as Hector embraces his wife tightly, their faces etched with sorrow and worry. Andromache clings onto her husband's armor, desperate not to let him go, while little Astyanax looks up at his father with innocent eyes filled with confusion and fear. Restout masterfully portrays the complexity of human emotions in this tender farewell scene. The viewer can almost feel the weight of impending tragedy hanging over this family as they face an uncertain future. It serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during times of war and the devastating impact it has on loved ones left behind. This artwork now resides in Musee des Beaux-Arts in Orleans, France, where it continues to evoke empathy and admiration for its skillful execution and emotional depth.
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