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Jephtes daughter, 1876 (oil on canvas)
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Jephtes daughter, 1876 (oil on canvas)
PCT4257116 Jephtes daughter, 1876 (oil on canvas) by Debat-Ponsan, Edouard (1847-1913); 130x198 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Carcassonne, France; (add.info.: Jephtes daughter. (Jephthahs daughter condemned to be sacrificed by her father took refuge in the mountains for two months to mourn her youth with her friends.)); ePatrice Cartier; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23798426
© Patrice Cartier / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the emotional intensity of "Jephtes Daughter" a renowned oil on canvas painting by Edouard Debat-Ponsan. The artwork, measuring 130x198 cm, is housed in the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Carcassonne, France. The scene depicted is based on a biblical story where Jephthah's daughter faces an unimaginable fate - being sacrificed by her own father. In this poignant portrayal, she seeks solace and mourns her youth with her friends in the mountains for two months before meeting her tragic destiny. The image evokes a profound sense of sadness and melancholy as the girl gazes into the distance. Her beauty shines through despite her sorrowful circumstances. The drapes artfully draped around her add to the overall composition, emphasizing both femininity and vulnerability. While rooted in religious themes, this painting transcends its biblical origins to explore universal emotions that resonate across cultures and time periods. It serves as a powerful reminder of sacrifice, faith, and human resilience. Through his masterful brushstrokes and use of color, Debat-Ponsan brings this somber tale to life with remarkable detail and sensitivity. This print allows viewers to appreciate every nuance of his artistic vision while contemplating deeper questions about love, loss, and our shared humanity.
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