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The Petition to the Doge, 1860. Creator: Carl Ludwig Friedrich Becker
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The Petition to the Doge, 1860. Creator: Carl Ludwig Friedrich Becker
The Petition to the Doge, 1860. A doge, standing in a palace doorway, is confronted by a petitioner; a lady in black, who, kneeling on the pavement, holds her young daughter before her. A halberdier, guarding the entrance, glances at the kneeling figure. Behind, in the shadows at the right, is an elderly woman with bowed head and clasped hands. The doge's retinue includes his page, who carries the trailing robe, and several attendants discernible in the sunlit interior beyond the portal
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1860s Attendant Brocade Cloth Courtier Daughter Doge Door Doors Doorway Ermine Guard Halberdier Helmet Material Petition Petitioning Portal Residence Retinue Venetian Venice Italy Europe Walters Art Museum
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The Petition to the Doge" is a captivating oil painting by the 19th century German artist, Carl Ludwig Friedrich Becker. This masterpiece, created in 1860, depicts a poignant moment in Venetian history, as a humble petitioner, a woman in black, pleads her case before the Doge, the ruler of Venice, in his grand palace. The Doge, dressed in rich brocade and ermine, stands in the doorway, his expression unreadable as he listens to the woman's petition. Behind him, his retinue, including a page and several attendants, can be seen in the sunlit interior. The woman, kneeling on the pavement, holds her young daughter before her, adding an extra layer of emotion to the scene. A halberdier, guarding the entrance, glances at the kneeling figure, his expression a mix of curiosity and concern. In the shadows at the right, an elderly woman with bowed head and clasped hands adds to the sense of drama and anticipation. The painting is a stunning example of 19th century apparel and armour, with the rich textiles and intricate details of the Doge's robe and the halberdier's helmet on full display. The use of gold and other bright colors adds to the opulence of the scene, while the contrast between the sunlit interior and the shadowy exterior creates a sense of depth and complexity. The Petition to the Doge is a powerful reminder of the importance of the human connection, even in the most formal and ceremonial of settings. It is a testament to Becker's skill as a painter and his ability to capture the essence of a moment in time.
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