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Portrait de Jean-Paul Marat (1743-1793), homme politique, c1793. Creator: Joseph Boze
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Portrait de Jean-Paul Marat (1743-1793), homme politique, c1793. Creator: Joseph Boze
Portrait de Jean-Paul Marat (1743-1793), homme politique, c1793
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This striking portrait captures Jean-Paul Marat, a pivotal figure in the French Revolution, in his final days. Painted by Joseph Boze in 1793, the oil on canvas work depicts Marat, a man of many professions - politician, journalist, doctor, and scientist - seated at his desk, engrossed in his journal, the "Friends of the People." Marat's intense gaze and clenched fist convey his unwavering commitment to the revolutionary cause, while the blood-red background symbolizes the rebellion and violence that marked the time. Born in 1743 in the town of Boudry, Switzerland, Marat rose to prominence during the French Revolution, using his newspaper, "L'Ami du Peuple," to rally the masses and criticize the monarchy. However, his radical views and inflammatory writings made him many enemies, and on July 13, 1793, he was assassinated in his bath by Charlotte Corday. Boze's portrait of Marat is a testament to the complexities of the man and the tumultuous era in which he lived. It is now housed in the Musée Carnavalet in Paris, a museum dedicated to the history of the capital city. The painting's rich colors and intricate details bring Marat's story to life, making it a valuable addition to the heritage of French art and history.
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