Masterpieces in Detail

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On 15 January 1871, the painter Anton von Werner received a curious telegram: "If you manage to reach Versailles before the 18th of January, you will witness an event worthy of your brushes".

What was going on in France? 👇

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The most beautiful metaphor of resurrection ever carved in stone was sculpted under dramatic conditions for a mother and her newborn child who did not survive childbirth.

To this day, it remains one of the most admired funerary monuments in the world... 🧵 (thread) 👇👇

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With this thread, I would like to wish you a Happy Easter, regardless of whether you are reading this because of your religious beliefs or because of your penchant for art and history (or even out of mere curiosity or boredom).

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Sources/further reading

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Themes such as the struggle between capitalism and socialism or the impact of technology on society converge on this masterpiece to create an elaborate artistic metaphor for politics and freedom of expression in art.

Let's unveil its secrets👇

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