PK_SP_072 A CORNELIAN DILEMMA _ FRANCOIS-ADOLPHE GRISON 1880 / LIPUTHA-JAMAIS JAMANTELL 2025
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"A Cornelian dilemma", 1880
By, François-Adolphe Grison (French, 1845–1914)
Oil on canvas
"A Cornelian Dilemma" by François-Adolphe Grison is a striking painting that combines realism with deep psychological drama. It captures a moment of inner conflict, where a young man, dressed in elaborate Renaissance or Baroque attire, stands contemplatively, holding his sword in a gesture of hesitation.
The title refers to a Cornelian dilemma, a concept from classical French theatre associated with playwright Pierre Corneille. It describes a moral conflict where the hero must choose between duty and passion—between what he ought to do and what he desires to do.
In the painting, the young man is caught in such a moment of choice. His expression conveys doubt, sorrow, and introspection as he examines his sword. The richly decorated room—complete with ornate furniture, heavy curtains, and knightly armor—enhances the dramatic atmosphere. The sword on the floor and cloak on the chair suggest that he may have put aside his role temporarily, perhaps torn between action and restraint.
The overall message of the painting lies in its emotional and philosophical depth. It portrays a universal moment of human experience: when we are forced to weigh duty against desire, honor against love, or action against hesitation. Grison masterfully captures this timeless inner struggle through both the character’s pose and the symbolic details of the scene. Kuva vähem
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