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The Death of the Children of Bethel, 1653 (oil on canvas)
XIR220225 The Death of the Children of Bethel, 1653 (oil on canvas) by La Hyre, Laurent de (1606-56); 97x129 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Arras, France; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12762156
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Curse Elisha Grief Israel Retribution Sorrow Dead Child Dying
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the haunting beauty and historical significance of 'The Death of the Children of Bethel, 1653' by Laurent de La Hyre. This exquisite oil on canvas masterpiece, available as a print from Media Storehouse, depicts the poignant biblical story of the massacre of the innocent children of Bethel. Originally housed at the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Arras, France, this out-of-copyright artwork is now accessible to you in the form of a high-quality printed reproduction. Bring the timeless story and the captivating artistry of La Hyre into your home or office space and add a touch of history and culture to your surroundings with the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.5cm (10" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
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The Death of the Children of Bethel, 1653
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is a haunting and powerful oil painting by Laurent de La Hyre. The scene depicted in this artwork is based on the biblical story from 2 Kings 2:23-24, where the prophet Elisha curses a group of mocking youths who then meet their demise at the hands of bears. The artist skillfully captures the gravity and sorrow surrounding this tragic event. The landscape serves as a backdrop to emphasize the retribution that befalls those who mock and disrespect authority. The bodies of the dead children lay strewn across the canvas, evoking a sense of grief and loss. La Hyre's use of baroque style adds drama to this somber scene. The play between light and shadow creates an atmosphere filled with tension and despair. Each brushstroke conveys emotions ranging from anger to sadness, making it impossible for viewers not to feel moved by this composition. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate La Hyre's mastery even centuries after its creation. It serves as a reminder that actions have consequences, urging us to reflect on our own behavior towards others. "The Death of the Children of Bethel" stands as both an artistic masterpiece and a moral lesson that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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