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The Sorrowful Heraclitus, 1746 (oil on canvas)
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The Sorrowful Heraclitus, 1746 (oil on canvas)
990347 The Sorrowful Heraclitus, 1746 (oil on canvas) by Coypel, Antoine (1661-1722); 92.4x73.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sorrowful Heraclitus. Charles Antoine Coypel (1694-1752). Oil on canvas. 92.4 x 73.7cm. Heraclitus of Ephesus (c.540-475 B.C.) wept at Mans follies and frailty. Part of a pair.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22307066
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The Sorrowful Heraclitus
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is a captivating portrait that captures the essence of human melancholy and sorrow. Painted by Antoine Coypel in 1746, this oil on canvas masterpiece depicts Heraclitus of Ephesus, an ancient Greek philosopher known for his profound understanding of the human condition. In this painting, we see a heartbroken man looking directly at the camera with a direct gaze that pierces through one's soul. The artist skillfully portrays Heraclitus as an elderly figure, adorned in traditional apparel and wearing a turban on his head. His white hair and downcast posture further emphasize his somber state of mind. Coypel masterfully conveys Heraclitus' deep sadness through every brushstroke, capturing the weight of mankind's follies and frailties that brought tears to the philosopher's eyes. This painting is part of a pair, representing both joy and sorrow in life. The composition exudes an aura of mournfulness as it transports viewers back to the early eighteenth century French art scene. Coypel's attention to detail and his ability to evoke emotion make "The Sorrowful Heraclitus" a true testament to old master paintings. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Coypel's artistic brilliance while contemplating our own sorrows and reflecting upon the universal nature of human suffering. It serves as a poignant reminder that even great thinkers like Heraclitus were not immune to feelings of sadness and despair.
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