The Raft of the Medusa
Théodore Géricault
Théodore Géricault was a French Romantic painter known for his dramatic compositions and powerful use of light and movement. His work often depicted intense human emotion and dynamic action, influencing the rise of Romanticism in art.
Théodore Géricault created The Raft of the Medusa in 1819. It is now part of the collection at Musée du Louvre in France.
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