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Esquisse pour l'église Saint-Bernard-de-la-Chapelle : Sainte Denis prêchant. Martyre... 1866. Creator: Charles Adolphe Bonnegrace
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Esquisse pour l'église Saint-Bernard-de-la-Chapelle : Sainte Denis prêchant. Martyre... 1866. Creator: Charles Adolphe Bonnegrace
Esquisse pour l'eglise Saint-Bernard-de-la-Chapelle : Sainte Denis prechant. Martyre de Saint Denis et de ses compagnons, Saint Rustique et Saint Eleuthere, 1866. Sketch for the Saint-Bernard-de-la-Chapelle church. Scenes from the life of St Denis: preaching; martyrdom of St Denis and his companions; Saints Rusticus and Eleutherius
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This 19th century oil painting, titled "Esquisse pour l'église Saint-Bernard-de-la-Chapelle : Sainte Denis prêchant. Martyre de Saint Denis et de ses compagnons, Saint Rustique et Saint Eleuthère," was created by the skilled French artist Charles Adolphe Bonnegrace in 1866. The painting depicts Saint Denis, the patron saint of Paris, engaged in a passionate sermon, surrounded by the clouds of a stormy sky. The scene is set indoors, in what appears to be a church or a chapel, with the faint outlines of crosses and crucifixes visible in the background. Saint Denis, dressed in the robes of a bishop, is shown with his arms outstretched and his right hand gesturing towards the heavens, as if to emphasize the importance of his message. The martyrdom of Saint Denis and his companions, Saints Rusticus and Eleutherius, is suggested by the ominous presence of a decapitated head lying at the foot of the saint. This gruesome detail underscores the profound sacrifice and devotion of these early Christian martyrs. The painting's rich colors and intricate details bring the story of Saint Denis to life, transporting the viewer back in time to the early days of Christianity in France. The artwork is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the courage of those who risked their lives to spread the word of God. This masterpiece is now a cherished part of the art collection at the Petit Palais Museum in Paris, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.
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