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Coriolanus in the Volscian Camp, 1747 (oil on canvas)
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Coriolanus in the Volscian Camp, 1747 (oil on canvas)
XIR243448 Coriolanus in the Volscian Camp, 1747 (oil on canvas) by Galloche, Louis (1670-1761); 162x195 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans, France; (add.info.: Coriolan dans le camp des Volsques; scene from Act V of the play by William Shakespeare (1564-1616); his family begging Coriolanus to take command of the Roman army and save his native city; ); French, out of copyright
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C05th Encampment Pleading Roman Republic Volumnia Veturia
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The captivating print titled "Coriolanus in the Volscian Camp, 1747" by Louis Galloche takes us back to ancient Rome, specifically to a scene from Act V of William Shakespeare's play. The painting depicts Coriolanus, a Roman general torn between his loyalty to his native city and his desire for revenge against it. In this poignant moment, Coriolanus' family - including his wife Volumnia, mother Veturia, and children - gather around him in their tent within the Volscian camp. With pleading expressions on their faces and dressed in traditional Roman attire, they implore Coriolanus to take command of the Roman army and save their beloved city. The composition is rich with symbolism: a flag representing Rome flutters above them while soldiers donning armor stand guard outside the tent. Galloche masterfully captures the emotional turmoil faced by Coriolanus as he grapples with conflicting loyalties. The use of oil on canvas adds depth and texture to every brushstroke, enhancing the dramatic atmosphere of this historical moment. Displayed at Musee des Beaux-Arts in Orleans, France, this artwork serves as a powerful reminder of the timeless themes explored by Shakespeare. It transports viewers back to ancient Rome and invites contemplation on duty versus personal desires – an eternal struggle that resonates across generations.
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