Art Lecture with Alice Iglehart - A Closer Look: The Death of Socrates

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Lecture

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Adults
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On the eve of the French Revolution, neoclassical artist Jacques Louis David painted a scene of resistance to authority from classical antiquity in response to the turmoil of his country. Join museum educator, Alice W. Iglehart, in an exploration of this iconic work of art. She will discuss the specific moment David depicts through composition, color choice, lighting, and figuration.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.