The Last Toilet of Charlotte Corday 1869
lumbstocks
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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photo of handprinted image
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drawing
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aged paper
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light pencil work
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pale colours
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photo restoration
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ink paper printed
# print
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light coloured
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white palette
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men
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soft colour palette
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watercolor
"The Last Toilet of Charlotte Corday" is a wood engraving by Lumb Stocks, an English artist known for his detailed and dramatic depictions of historical events. Created in 1869, the artwork portrays the final moments of Charlotte Corday, a French revolutionary who famously assassinated Jean-Paul Marat. The engraving captures a poignant moment, showcasing Corday's calm demeanor as she prepares for her execution. The meticulous detail and emotional weight of the scene make it a compelling piece of historical art.
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