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Oedipus the Wayfarer or Equality before Death, 1888
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Oedipus the Wayfarer or Equality before Death, 1888
Oedipus the Wayfarer or Equality before Death, 1888. Found in the collection of Musee de la Cour d Or, Metz Metropole
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Gustave 1826 1898 Moreau Oedipus Oedipus Rex Sophocles Allegory And Literature Antigone Greek Tragedy Oedipus At Colonus Oedipus The King Symbolism
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This print showcases Gustave Moreau's masterpiece, "Oedipus the Wayfarer or Equality before Death" painted in 1888. Housed in the esteemed collection of Musee de la Cour d'Or, Metz Metropole, this artwork is a testament to French fine art and its deep connection to mythology and symbolism. Drawing inspiration from Sophocles' tragic plays, particularly "Oedipus at Colonus" and "Antigone". Moreau skillfully depicts Oedipus alongside his daughter Antigone. The oil on canvas composition exudes an air of mystery and melancholy as it explores themes of fate, destiny, and mortality. The painting serves as an allegory for the human condition - our shared experiences of suffering, loss, and ultimately equality in death. Through intricate details and symbolic elements such as the blindfolded figure representing Justice standing beside Oedipus with a sword raised above him, Moreau invites viewers to contemplate profound philosophical questions about life's purpose. As one gazes upon this remarkable piece of artistry by Gustave Moreau, they are transported into a world where Greek tragedy intertwines with timeless artistic expression. The mastery evident in every brushstroke reminds us why Moreau remains one of France's most celebrated painters.
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