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National Gallery, London, UK
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National Gallery, London, UK
Passing the oil, detail from Extreme Unction (oil on canvas) (Photo by Art Images via Getty Images)
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Bridgeman Art Library/Image Partner
Media ID 32062991
17th Century Bedroom Caucasian Appearance Classicism Container Detail Doorway Drapery Dying Feet Five People Mature Adult Mature Men Mourning Oil On Canvas Praying Seated Table Young Adult Young Men Young Women Anointment Classical Dress Death Bed Domestic Servant Extreme Unction Grieving Last Rites Last Sacrament Nicholas Poussin Sorrow White Tablecloth
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This print captures a poignant moment in art history, showcasing the National Gallery in London's exquisite masterpiece titled "Passing the oil, detail from Extreme Unction". Painted by Nicholas Poussin during the 17th century, this oil on canvas artwork depicts a Christian ritual known as extreme unction or last rites. The scene unfolds within a bedroom where five individuals gather around a deathbed. The composition showcases an array of emotions as grief-stricken figures engage in prayer and mourning. A mature adult and two young men are seated while a domestic servant stands nearby. Dressed in classical attire, they are surrounded by drapery and a white tablecloth that adds to the solemnity of the setting. Poussin's attention to detail is evident through his skillful use of color and lighting, which enhances the emotional impact of this powerful image. The artist masterfully captures sorrow and contemplation on each person's face, emphasizing their connection to both life and death. This print allows viewers to appreciate Poussin's classicism style up close with its full-length depiction. It serves as a reminder of art's ability to evoke deep emotions and provoke introspection about mortality. Displayed proudly at Fine Art Storehouse, this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Art Library/Image Partner invites us into an intimate moment frozen in time - one that continues to resonate centuries later.
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