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JLJ4569455 The death of Demosthene Athenian politician. Refuge in the temple of Poseidon located on the island of Calaurie, off the Argolide, Demostene is approached in the temple by a denomous Archias who wants to attract Demostene out of the sacred enclosure by promising him life. Demosthene refuses, and pretending to write a letter to his family, poison himself by biting the extremity of his calamity, as he used to do with reflection. Painting by Felix Boisselier (1776-1811) 1805 Sun. 1, 13x1, 45 m by Boisselier, Felix (1776-1811); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: The death of Demosthene Athenian politician. Refuge in the temple of Poseidon located on the island of Calaurie, off the Argolide, Demostene is approached in the temple by a denomous Archias who wants to attract Demostene out of the sacred enclosure by promising him life. Demosthene refuses, and pretending to write a letter to his family, poison himself by biting the extremity of his calamity, as he used to do with reflection. Painting by Felix Boisselier (1776-1811) 1805 Sun. 1, 13x1, 45 m); Photo ePhoto Josse; French, out of copyright
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This print captures a poignant moment in history - the death of Demosthene, an Athenian politician. Seeking refuge in the temple of Poseidon on the island of Calaurie, off the Argolide, Demosthene finds himself approached by a deceitful Archias. Desperate to lure him out of the sacred enclosure with promises of life, Archias fails to sway Demosthene's unwavering resolve. In this scene depicted by Felix Boisselier in 1805, we witness Demosthene refusing Archias' offer and instead pretending to write a letter to his family. However, hidden within this act lies a tragic end as he poisons himself by biting into his calamity - an act he had often done with deep reflection. The painting itself is a masterpiece measuring 13x1.45 meters and can be found at Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The attention to detail and emotional depth captured by Boisselier truly brings this historical event to life. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who fought for their beliefs and principles even in their darkest moments. It serves as a powerful reminder that sometimes one's convictions are worth more than life itself. Photographed by © Photo Josse and now available for all to appreciate, this image invites us into an important chapter of ancient Greek history where honor clashed with treachery amidst the sacred walls of Poseidon's temple
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