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Malaspina Great Books - Theodore Gericault (1791-1824) (Site not responding. Last check: ) |
 | | Two years later (1814) he re-exhibited this work accompanied with the reverse picture Cuirassier blesse (Louvre), and in both subjects called attention to the interest of contemporary aspects of life, treated neglected types of living form, and exhibited that mastery of and delight in the horse which was a feature of his character. |
 | | Disconcerted by the tempest of contradictory opinion which arose over these two pictures, Gericault gave way to his enthusiasm for horses and soldiers, and enrolled himself in the mousquetaires. |
 | | Easily depressed or elated, Gericault took to heart the hostility which this work excited, and passed nearly two years in London, where the Radeau was exhibited with success, and where he executed many series of admirable lithographs now rare. |
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