The Corpus Christi 1855

Alexandre Antigna's "The Corpus Christi" (1855) is a vibrant depiction of the Catholic feast day, a celebration of the Eucharist. The painting, housed in the Musée des Augustins in Toulouse, France, showcases a scene where children are engaged in the traditional act of strewing flower petals as a religious offering. The detailed brushwork brings the scene to life, capturing the joyful spirit of the celebration, with vivid colors and light that highlights the youthful faces of the children.