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Le Christ et la femme adultere - Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery - Peinture de Vasili Dmitrievich Polenov (1844-1927), huile sur toile, 1888 - Art russe, 19e siecle - State Russian Museum, Saint Petersbourg
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Le Christ et la femme adultere - Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery - Peinture de Vasili Dmitrievich Polenov (1844-1927), huile sur toile, 1888 - Art russe, 19e siecle - State Russian Museum, Saint Petersbourg
FIA5328511 Le Christ et la femme adultere - Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery - Peinture de Vasili Dmitrievich Polenov (1844-1927), huile sur toile, 1888 - Art russe, 19e siecle - State Russian Museum, Saint Petersbourg by Polenov, Vasilij Dmitrievich (1844-1927); State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images
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Adultery Chastisement Defense Generosity Humiliation Protection Shame Punishment
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This print showcases Vasili Dmitrievich Polenov's masterpiece, "Le Christ et la femme adultere - Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery". Painted in 1888, this oil on canvas artwork is a remarkable example of Russian art from the 19th century. Housed in the prestigious State Russian Museum in Saint Petersburg, it depicts a powerful biblical scene. The painting portrays Jesus Christ defending a woman who has been caught committing adultery. The vibrant colors and meticulous brushwork bring to life the emotions felt by each character involved. The shame and humiliation experienced by the woman are juxtaposed with Christ's protection, generosity, and defense. Polenov's attention to detail captures not only the physicality but also the spiritual significance of this moment. Through his skillful portrayal of light and shadow, he emphasizes both punishment and forgiveness as central themes within Christianity. This artwork serves as a reminder that even amidst our darkest moments or moral failings, there is always hope for redemption. It invites viewers to reflect on their own actions while contemplating themes of faith, compassion, and mercy. As we admire this stunning piece from afar through Fine Art Images' print reproduction, we are transported back to 19th-century Russia—a time when art was used as a medium for storytelling and introspection.
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