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French School; Susanna and the Old Men, 18th century, oil on canvas

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Description Susanna and the Oldies Oil on canvas cm 62x80 Biblical subject taken from the Book of Daniel (chapter 13). It is a scene often depicted in Western art, particularly during the Renaissance and Baroque periods, and also in the 18th century. Young Susanna is depicted naked and visibly distraught as she is being harassed by two elderly men (the "old men") who try to coerce her into sexual intercourse by threat. Susanna tries to defend herself and shows herself in a gesture of revulsion. The setting is an enclosed garden or courtyard, with classical architectural elements (columns, building in the background) and vegetation. On the left is a glimpse of a fountain with a sculpture. The scene is constructed with strong chiaroscuro contrasts, typical of Baroque painting, but with a softer, more theatrical tone, typical of 18th-century French painting. This painting fits into the late French Baroque or Rococo tradition, albeit with less frivolous and more dramatic tones. The influence of the French academic school is evident, where the human figure is central, studied with anatomical care and highlighted with the use of light. It may recall the style of painters such as Jean-Baptiste Santerre or Charles-Joseph Natoire, who treated biblical or mythological themes with a certain sensuality and drama. Dimensions 62x80 cm Provenance Private Collection ■Condition Defects and Restorations.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.41 in (62 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Canvas,Oiled
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    1720-1729
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1728
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Defects and Restorations. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Brescia, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10324245102422

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