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The taste of his eminence Painting by Alfred Weber (1862-1922) 19th century Avignon, Musee Calvet - Prawns for the Cardinal. Painting by Alfred Weber (1862-1922), 19th century. Calvet Museum, Avignon, France
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The taste of his eminence Painting by Alfred Weber (1862-1922) 19th century Avignon, Musee Calvet - Prawns for the Cardinal. Painting by Alfred Weber (1862-1922), 19th century. Calvet Museum, Avignon, France
JLJ4666432 The taste of his eminence Painting by Alfred Weber (1862-1922) 19th century Avignon, Musee Calvet - Prawns for the Cardinal. Painting by Alfred Weber (1862-1922), 19th century. Calvet Museum, Avignon, France by Weber, Alfred (1862-1922); Musee Calvet, Avignon, France; (add.info.: The taste of his eminence Painting by Alfred Weber (1862-1922) 19th century Avignon, Musee Calvet - Prawns for the Cardinal. Painting by Alfred Weber (1862-1922), 19th century. Calvet Museum, Avignon, France); Photo © Photo Josse
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The Taste of His Eminence
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is a captivating painting by Alfred Weber that transports viewers to 19th century Avignon, France. The artwork, housed in the Calvet Museum, depicts a scene titled "Prawns for the Cardinal". In this richly detailed piece, Weber skillfully captures the opulence and excesses of French society during that era. The painting showcases an extravagant domestic setting with lavish furnishings and upholstered goods. A great bed dominates the composition, symbolizing wealth and luxury. The central focus of the painting is on a cardinal seated at a table laden with sumptuous food. He indulges in prawns while surrounded by religious artifacts, highlighting the intersection between religion and gluttony. This juxtaposition raises questions about morality and excess within religious orders. Weber's attention to detail is remarkable as he portrays every aspect of this scene meticulously - from the intricate furniture to each morsel of food on display. Through his masterful brushstrokes, he invites us into this world where hunger meets abundance. "The Taste of His Eminence" serves as both a historical document and an artistic commentary on societal norms during that time period. It challenges viewers to reflect upon their own relationship with wealth, power, and consumption. This print captured by Photo Josse allows art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate Weber's masterpiece from afar while immersing themselves in its thought-provoking narrative.
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