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The Second of May, 1884 (oil on canvas)
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The Second of May, 1884 (oil on canvas)
989777 The Second of May, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin (1863-1923); 62.2x104.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Second of May; El Dos de Mayo. Joaquin Sorolla y Bastida (1863-1923). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1884. 62.2 x 104.8cm.); Photo © Christies Images; Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 25464352
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1880s 1884 Agony Artist German Artist Spanish Banner Bastida Canon Chaos Civil Disobedience Communication Equipment Corpse Disorder Doorway Enemies German Art German Artist Gesture Gesturing Hand Gesture Hand Movement Historic Event Historical Event Historical Events Impressionist Art Impressionistic Joaquin Sorolla Y Bastida Large Group Madness Media Men Only Natural Phenomena Negative Concept Olden Time Pain Pose Posed Posing Sorolla Y Bastida Spanish Art Spanish Artist Standard Suffering Uprising Y Bastida 19th Century European Art Injuries Wound
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The Second of May, 1884
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by Joaquin Sorolla y Bastida is a captivating oil painting that captures the chaos and agony of a historic event. In this nineteenth-century masterpiece, Sorolla skillfully portrays the intense emotions and turmoil surrounding the conflict. The scene depicts a large group of men outdoors, engulfed in smoke and disorder. The artist's impressionistic style adds to the sense of movement and urgency in the composition. Amidst the madness, one can observe communication equipment and a banner held high, symbolizing unity or resistance against enemies. Sorolla's attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of injured bodies scattered across the ground. The artist's use of light highlights their suffering while emphasizing their resilience amidst civil disobedience. The painting also showcases Sorolla's mastery in capturing human gestures and expressions. Each figure poses with purpose, conveying determination or despair through hand gestures and posture. "The Second of May, 1884" stands as a testament to Sorolla's exceptional talent as both a Spanish artist and an impressionist painter. This artwork not only immortalizes a significant historical event but also serves as an important reminder of humanity's capacity for strength even during times of great adversity. This print from Fine Art Finder allows viewers to appreciate every brushstroke up close while experiencing the emotional intensity conveyed by Sorolla y Bastida over a century ago.
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