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"La peste de Tournai en 1095" Grande epidemie a Tournai, certains corps gisent a terre, procession religieuse pour eradiquer la maladie. Peinture de Louis Gallait (1810-1887) 1883 Musee des Beaux Arts de Tournai, Belgique
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"La peste de Tournai en 1095" Grande epidemie a Tournai, certains corps gisent a terre, procession religieuse pour eradiquer la maladie. Peinture de Louis Gallait (1810-1887) 1883 Musee des Beaux Arts de Tournai, Belgique
AIS5386258 "La peste de Tournai en 1095" Grande epidemie a Tournai, certains corps gisent a terre, procession religieuse pour eradiquer la maladie. Peinture de Louis Gallait (1810-1887) 1883 Musee des Beaux Arts de Tournai, Belgique; © Iberfoto
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This haunting image captures the devastating impact of the Great Plague of Tournai in 1095, as depicted by artist Louis Gallait in 1883. The scene is filled with despair and desperation, as bodies lie strewn across the ground while a solemn religious procession marches through the streets in an attempt to eradicate the disease.
Gallait's attention to detail brings this historical event to life, showcasing the fear and suffering that gripped the people of Tournai during this dark period. The painting serves as a reminder of the fragility of human life and the powerlessness felt in the face of such widespread illness.
The inclusion of animals, priests, and believers adds layers of symbolism to the composition, highlighting themes of solidarity, faith, and mortality. The presence of a dog further emphasizes the universal nature of suffering during times of epidemic.
Displayed at Musee des Beaux Arts de Tournai in Belgium, this masterpiece stands as a testament to both artistic skill and historical significance. It serves as a poignant reminder of past struggles with disease and offers viewers a glimpse into a world plagued by sickness and uncertainty.
Through Gallait's brushstrokes, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the horrors endured by those affected by one of history's most deadly pandemics.
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