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Passing the oil, detail from Extreme Unction (oil on canvas) (see 282068)
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Passing the oil, detail from Extreme Unction (oil on canvas) (see 282068)
XCF282069 Passing the oil, detail from Extreme Unction (oil on canvas) (see 282068) by Poussin, Nicolas (1594-1665); National Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright
Media ID 12788475
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Annointing Container Death Bed Doorway Drapery Feet Grieving Last Rites Mourner Rite Sacrament Sorrow Maid Mourning
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a poignant moment from Nicolas Poussin's masterpiece, "Extreme Unction". The detail focuses on the solemn act of passing the sacred oil during a last rites ritual. Set in an intimate bedroom, the scene is filled with sorrow and mourning. A maid stands by a table draped with a delicate tablecloth, holding a pot containing the precious oil. Her presence exudes both reverence and servitude as she assists in this sacred Christian ritual. A male figure kneels beside her, his hands clasped together in prayer, while grief etches deep lines on his face. The room is adorned with drapery that frames the bed where the sacrament takes place. The atmosphere feels heavy with emotion as mourners gather around to witness this significant moment of annointment. Feet peek out from beneath the bedsheet, symbolizing vulnerability and impending departure. Through Poussin's masterful brushstrokes, we are transported into this deeply spiritual event that marks one's journey towards eternity. This detailed print allows us to appreciate every nuance of expression and gesture captured by the artist's hand. Displayed proudly at London's National Gallery, this artwork serves as a reminder of our mortality and invites contemplation on life's transience. It encapsulates not only religious significance but also universal themes of loss and human connection – reminding us all to cherish each fleeting moment we have together.
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