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The Raising of the Daughter of Jairus, 1881. Creator: Gabriel Max
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The Raising of the Daughter of Jairus, 1881. Creator: Gabriel Max
The Raising of the Daughter of Jairus, 1881. In an incident from the New Testament, related in the Gospels of Mark and Luke, Christ raises from the dead the 12-year-old daughter of Jairus, a leader of the synagogue. The model for Christ has been identified as Joseph Mair, who played the role of the Lord in the famous Oberammergau Passion Play, and the artist's first wife, Emma Kitzinger, is thought to have posed for the daughter of Jairus. In the right corner, a realistically painted beetle is crawling towards the girl's pillow, and on her arm a fly achieves the same trompe l'oeil
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1880s Art Movement Biblical Scene Christ Antiphonetes Christ Jesus Curing Czech Czechoslovakia Czechoslovakian Dark Darkness Eye Contact Healing Holding Hands Interaction Jesus Of Nazareth Jugendstil Miracle Miraculous Pillow Secessionist Sheet Sickbed Uncertain Uncertainty Unsure Vienna Secession Walters Art Museum Artistic Movement Posture
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The Raising of the Daughter of Jairus," painted by Gabriel Max in 1881, captures a poignant moment from the New Testament as Jesus raises the 12-year-old daughter of Jairus, a synagogue leader, from the dead. The identity of the model for Christ is believed to be Joseph Mair, who portrayed the role of the Lord in the renowned Oberammergau Passion Play, while Emma Kitzinger, the artist's first wife, is thought to have posed for the daughter of Jairus. The painting, a testament to the 19th century's artistic movement known as Jugendstil or Art Nouveau, is filled with intricate details. In the right corner, a realistically painted beetle crawls towards the girl's pillow, and on her arm, a fly achieves the same trompe l'oeil effect, adding a touch of reality to the otherwise miraculous scene. The interaction between the figures is striking, with Jesus and Jairus holding hands, their eyes locked in a moment of intense focus. The girl, who appears to be in a state of shock, is held by her mother, with her sister looking on in awe. The painting's dark and somber color palette adds to the sense of solemnity and reverence. The interior setting, with its dimly lit room and ornate furnishings, further emphasizes the importance of the moment. The Raising of the Daughter of Jairus is a masterful depiction of a biblical scene that continues to captivate viewers with its intricate details, emotional depth, and historical significance.
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