The Death of Sardanapalus (detail) 1827

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"The Death of Sardanapalus" is a monumental oil painting by the French Romantic artist Eugène Delacroix, completed in 1827. The painting, which measures 3.92 × 4.96 meters (12 ft 10 in × 16 ft 3 in), is housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris. It is considered one of Delacroix's masterpieces and a seminal work in the Romantic movement.

The painting is based on the historical tale of Sardanapalus, the last king of Assyria, as recounted by the ancient Greek historian Diodorus Siculus. Delacroix, however, drew more directly from Lord Byron's 1821 play "Sardanapalus," which reimagines the king's final hours. In the face of military defeat, Sardanapalus decides to destroy all his possessions, including his slaves and concubines, before taking his own life.

Delacroix's composition captures the tumultuous and tragic climax of the story. The king is depicted reclining on an opulent bed in the center of the canvas, surrounded by chaos and violence as his orders are carried out. The painting is noted for its vibrant color palette, dramatic lighting, and the dynamic movement of figures, which convey the intensity and emotion characteristic of Romanticism.

The work was controversial at the time of its unveiling due to its depiction of sensuality and violence. It challenged neoclassical ideals of order and restraint, instead embracing the Romantic emphasis on individual experience, emotion, and imagination. "The Death of Sardanapalus" has been influential in the development of modern art, inspiring later artists with its expressive brushwork and bold use of color.

Delacroix's painting has been analyzed for its themes of decadence, excess, and the self-destructive nature of power. It also reflects the artist's interest in the exotic and the oriental, which was a common fascination among European artists during the 19th century. "The Death of Sardanapalus" remains a powerful example of Delacroix's innovative spirit and his ability to capture the essence of human drama on a grand scale.

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