#nicolas poussin

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Nicolas Poussin

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Title: Hannibal Crossing the Alps on an Elephant Artist: perhaps Nicolas Poussin (French, 1594-1665); attribution disputed Date: ca. 1625-26 Genre: historical painting Period: French Baroque Movement: Classicism Medium: oil on canvas Dimensions: 100 cm (39.3 in) high x 133 cm (52.3 in) wide Location: private collection

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Landscape with a Calm by Nicolas Poussin, 1650-1651.

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Nicolas Poussin  (1594–1665)  - Self portrait

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Landscape with Saint John on Patmos

Artist: Nicolas Poussin (French, 1594–1665)

Date: 1640

Medium: Oil on canvas

Collection: Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL, United States

Saint John on Patmos

Patmos is a small Greek island in the Aegean Sea and is mentioned only once in Scripture. The apostle John relates that he was writing the book of Revelation from the isle of Patmos “because of the word of God and the testimony of Jesus” (Revelation 1:9). That is, John was exiled there by the Roman government because of his proclamation of the gospel. It was on the island of Patmos that John received messages from Jesus to the churches and visions related to the end times.

In New Testament times, Patmos was a destination for criminals and political prisoners. Convicts were allowed relative freedom to roam the small island, but most had to provide their own food and shelter and were guarded by Roman soldiers against leaving. Many died of exposure, violent attacks by other convicts, or starvation. Tradition holds that John’s friends and followers in Ephesus sent food and other supplies to John on the island, and that is how he survived.

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The Death of Germanicus

Artist: Nicolas Poussin (French, 1594-1665)

Date: 1617

Medium: Oil on canvas

Collection: Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Description

The young Roman general Germanicus has just been poisoned by his jealous adoptive father, the emperor Tiberius. On his deathbed, Germanicus asks his friends to avenge his murder and his wife to endure her sorrow bravely. A key work in Western painting, this tragic picture presents a moral lesson in stoic heroism, notably in the restraint and dignity of the mourning soldiers.

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déjà, n’a plus rien à dire d’ancien

il a ruiné l’évidence de la durée

nous avançons à tâtons dans l’obscurité

qu’il vient de faire tomber entre nous

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© Pierre Cressant

(vendredi 27 décembre 2024)

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Nicolas Poussin (After) - Adoration of the Magi

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Hymenaeus Disguised as a Woman During an Offering to Priapus (Nicolas Poussin, 1634-38)

Priapus is a minor fertility god in Greek mythology, traditionally considered the son of Aphrodite and Dionysus, though some myths attribute his parentage to other gods like Zeus or Hermes. He is characterized by his grotesque appearance, often depicted with an exaggerated, permanently erect phallus and a misshapen body, said to be the result of a curse from Hera. Priapus was primarily associated with fertility, gardens, livestock, and male virility, and his image was frequently used as a protective talisman to ward off evil spirits and ensure bountiful harvests. Despite his comical and sometimes vulgar portrayal, he held a significant role in rural and agricultural life, symbolizing the generative forces of nature and the protection of boundaries. His cult was particularly popular in ancient Greece and Rome, where he was venerated in gardens and countryside shrines.

The painting is inspired by a story from Greek mythology involving Hymenaeus, the god of marriage ceremonies, and Priapus, the fertility god. The specific narrative is not directly from a well-known ancient text but rather reflects Poussin's creative interpretation of mythological themes. In the scene, Hymenaeus disguises himself as a woman to participate in a ritual offering to Priapus, likely to avoid detection or to fulfill a specific purpose related to love or marriage. This playful and somewhat mysterious scenario aligns with Poussin's interest in classical mythology and his ability to blend storytelling with allegorical meaning. The painting captures the tension and humor of the moment, showcasing Poussin's mastery of composition and his deep engagement with ancient myths.

The restoration of Nicolas Poussin's *Hymenaeus Disguised as a Woman During an Offering to Priapus* revealed fascinating details about the painting's original composition and the cultural attitudes of later periods. During the restoration process, conservators discovered that the figure of Priapus, the fertility god, had been subjected to a "modesty repaint" in earlier centuries, likely due to changing societal norms regarding nudity and propriety. This overpainting had concealed Priapus's characteristic erect phallus, a key symbol of his role as a deity of fertility and protection. The careful removal of these later additions restored the painting to its original state, allowing viewers to appreciate Poussin's authentic vision and the bold, unapologetic representation of mythological themes. This discovery not only highlights the importance of restoration in uncovering historical truths but also sheds light on how artworks are often altered to conform to the moral standards of different eras.

Medium: oil on canvas

Dimensions: 166,5 x 373 x 6,5 cm

Exhibit in the São Paulo Museum of Art

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Nicolas Poussin

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Nicolas Poussin (French, 1594-1665) Landscape with Saint John on Patmos, 1640

"I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation, and in the kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, for the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ" (Revelation 1:9). - The Bible

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L'Inspiration du poète, Nicolas Poussin, 1628

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Et in Arcadia Ego by Nicolas Poussin, 1637-1638.

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Nicolas Poussin, The Triumph of Bacchus (detail)

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The Sacrament of Ordination (Christ Presenting the Keys to Saint Peter)

Artist: Nicolas Poussin (French, 1594-1665)

Date: c. 1636-1640

Medium: Oil on canvas

Collection: Kimbell Art Museum, Forth Worth, Texas, United States

Description

The Sacrament of Ordination is from one of the most celebrated groups of paintings in the entire history of art. The set depicting each of the Seven Sacraments was commissioned from Poussin by the antiquarian Cassiano dal Pozzo, secretary to Cardinal Francesco Barberini. To illustrate ordination - the taking of holy orders to become a priest - Poussin depicted the gospel account of Christ giving the keys of heaven and earth to the kneeling apostle Peter, showing the authority vested in him as head of the Roman church: “You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church... I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 16:18–19). Poussin infused the picture with emotional power, conveyed through the varied gestures and expressions of each apostle.