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The poem of the soul; The evil path. Painting by Anne Francois Louis Janmot (1814-1892)
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The poem of the soul; The evil path. Painting by Anne Francois Louis Janmot (1814-1892)
JLJ4663372 The poem of the soul; The evil path. Painting by Anne Francois Louis Janmot (1814-1892), 19th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 1, 10 X 1, 42m. Lyon, Musee des Beaux Arts by Janmot, Louis (1814-92); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Lyon, France; (add.info.: The poem of the soul; The evil path. Painting by Anne Francois Louis Janmot (1814-1892), 19th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 1, 10 X 1, 42m. Lyon, Musee des Beaux Arts); Photo ePhoto Josse; French, out of copyright
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Candle Corruption Distrust Free Will Good Against Evil Mind Staircase Temptation
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The Poem of the Soul; The Evil Path
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is a captivating painting by Anne Francois Louis Janmot that takes viewers on a thought-provoking journey through the depths of human emotions and choices. This 19th-century masterpiece, preserved in Lyon's Musee des Beaux Arts, showcases Janmot's exceptional talent for capturing complex allegories. In this oil on canvas artwork, measuring 1.10 x 1.42 meters, we witness a young child standing at the crossroads between good and evil. A winding staircase symbolizes the path to enlightenment or corruption that lies ahead. The child's hesitant expression reflects their inner struggle as they face temptation and distrust. Janmot skillfully uses light and shadow to highlight key elements within the painting. A flickering candle represents free will, casting an eerie glow on both paths before them. It becomes evident that this piece explores themes of youth, childhood innocence, and the eternal battle between good and evil. The artist invites us to contemplate our own moral compasses as we observe this mesmerizing scene unfold before our eyes. Through his brushstrokes, Janmot reminds us of the power each individual possesses to choose their destiny – whether it leads towards virtue or vice. "The Poem of the Soul; The Evil Path" serves as a timeless reminder that every decision we make shapes our character and influences our journey through life.
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