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A Petitioner Before the Doge (litho)
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A Petitioner Before the Doge (litho)
STC358033 A Petitioner Before the Doge (litho) by Becker, Carl Ludwig Friedrich (1820-1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Doge (the post of chief magistrate and leader of Venice) and his family leaving the hall of the Ducal Palace, with a woman holding out a petition in favour of her condemned husband; ); The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23376420
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Gown Hallway Lurcher Plea Pleading Republic Venetians Justice
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In this lithograph titled "A Petitioner Before the Doge" we are transported to the grandeur of Venice's Ducal Palace. The scene unfolds in a magnificent hallway adorned with intricate baroque details, reflecting the opulence and power of the Venetian Republic. At its center, we witness an emotional moment as a woman extends her trembling hand, holding out a petition on behalf of her condemned husband. Her plea for justice is directed towards the Doge, who stands tall and regal alongside his family. Dressed in elegant gowns and exuding authority, they prepare to depart from the majestic hall. The artist Carl Ludwig Friedrich Becker masterfully captures both tension and hope within this image. The viewer can almost feel the weight of despair carried by the petitioner while simultaneously sensing a glimmer of optimism that justice may prevail. Notably, amidst this solemn atmosphere, a lurcher dog accompanies its owner through these hallowed halls—a symbol perhaps representing loyalty or even innocence entangled in matters of law. This engraving from Bridgeman Images offers us a glimpse into history—an intimate portrayal of leadership and governance during Venice's golden age. It reminds us that behind every powerful ruler lies countless stories awaiting their turn to be heard—tales that shape destinies and test our notions of fairness and compassion.
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