Episode 2200 | From the Mortuary to the Canvas: Gericaults Obsession with the Truth

In this episode, we dive into Gericault’s deep obsession and depiction of the truth behind the raft of Medusa. We explore the political stances of the time and how this piece fell in history. As well as Gericault’s dedication to portraying the emotion of raw humanity in the artistic composition of the painting. Join us as we figure out if this is a masterpiece of truth or a romanticized depiction of horror.