Bayard Refusing the Presents of His Hostess, in Brescia c. 1789
annelouisgirodettrioson
drawing, graphite, charcoal
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portrait
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drawing
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neoclacissism
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narrative-art
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sculpture
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charcoal drawing
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figuration
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graphite
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charcoal
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history-painting
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charcoal
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graphite
This artwork, "Bayard Refusing the Presents of His Hostess, in Brescia", created by Anne-Louis Girodet in 1789, depicts the French knight Pierre Terrail, known as Chevalier Bayard, declining the gifts offered by a woman in Brescia, Italy. The scene portrays a moment of moral integrity as Bayard, a renowned figure of chivalry, rejects the attempts of seduction. The composition, filled with figures and details, captures the drama and grandeur of the event, showcasing Girodet's skill in historical painting.
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