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Aos olhos da galeria, a pintura mais famosa de Joseph Légaré é Conversion of Saint Paul (1822). Le Massacre des Hurons par les Iroquois (1827) e Le Père éternel entouré d'anges (1824) completam o trio que todos reconhecem. Dos 35 trabalhos de Joseph Légaré em nosso catálogo, a galeria apresenta abaixo as 23 obras mais famosas, cada uma original, com seu ano, seu museu e o que a torna única.
The oil on canvas titled Conversion of Saint Paul represents a significant moment in the career of Joseph Légaré. Created about 1822, the work captures a profound spiritual transformation through the medium of oil. The pigments settle into the weave of the fabric, anchoring a scene of divine encounter within the physical weight of the canvas.
Le Massacre des Hurons par les Iroquois is a historical painting by the artist Joseph Légaré. The work was created between 1827 and 1828. It depicts a violent conflict between Indigenous groups. The scene captures a chaotic battle or massacre occurring within a dense forest.
In the work Le Père éternel entouré d'anges by Joseph Légaré, the composition follows a vertical portrait format. A middle-aged man occupies the central position within the frame, presented in a medium close-up. The subject is captured in a moment of animation, with his expression appearing mid-speech. His hands are raised in an open, gesturing motion toward the viewer. This physical engagement is emphasized by the sharp focus maintained on…
The air in the composition feels heavy with the weight of the divine. A muscular, semi-nude Saint Jerome recoils from the sky, his torso draped in a deep red cloth that anchors him to the rocky earth. He looks upward, eyes fixed on a celestial rupture where light breaks through swirling, luminous clouds. From this heavenly opening, an angelic figure descends, blowing a long trumpet to signal the Last Judgment.…
La Vision de saint Roch is an oil painting by Joseph Légaré. The artist, born in 1795 in Quebec City, Canada, captured this religious scene about 1825. His hand moved across the canvas to translate a moment of spiritual revelation into a permanent image of light and shadow.
Josephte Ourné by Joseph Légaré presents a full-length fashion photograph of a model captured in mid-stride. The composition is centered on the subject as she walks down a runway, set against a dense wall of green leaves. This lush, textured backdrop provides depth through a shallow depth of field that softly blurs the foliage. The lighting is bright and even, reminiscent of studio or stage lighting, which highlights the specific…
The work titled Landscape is a creation by the artist Joseph Légaré. This piece dates to about 1844. Légaré was born in 1795 in Quebec City, Canada.
The Battle of Sainte-Foy is a medium painting by Joseph Légaré. Created about 1854, the work captures a moment of historical tension through the artist's brush. Joseph Légaré rendered the scene with a focus on the specific topography of the site, ensuring the landscape remains an accurate anchor for the composition. While the terrain follows the physical reality of the location, the battle scene itself remains an imaginary construction of…
Cholera Plague, Quebec1832 · Galeria Nacional do Canadá
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Sainte Marguerite d'Antioche1825 · Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
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Saint François d'Assise en prière devant un crucifix1825 · Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
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Madame Charles-Maxime Defoy, née Marie-Louise Légaré, soeur de l'artiste1830 · Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
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Nature morte au portrait de Calvin1835 · Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
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La Chute Montmorency1839 · Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
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The Corpus Christi Procession, Nicolet1832 · Galeria Nacional do Canadá
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L'Incendie du quartier Saint-Jean à Québec, vu vers l'ouest1845 · Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
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Paysage au monument à Wolfe1845 · Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec
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The Martyrdom of Fathers Brébeuf and Lalemant1843 · Galeria Nacional do Canadá
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The Engagement of an Indian Girl1844 · Galeria Nacional do Canadá
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The Rock Slide at Cape Diamond1841 · Musée de la civilisation
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The Church of Sainte-FoyMusée de la civilisation
Os quatro temas que mais se repetem nestas obras originais, cada um com o seu melhor exemplo.
Os 3 museus que detêm a maioria das pinturas desta página.
| Museus | Cidade | Obras de Joseph Légaré | Pinturas desta lista |
|---|---|---|---|
 Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec |
Cidade de Québec | 11 | Le Massacre des Hurons par les Iroquois, Le Père éternel entouré d'anges, Saint Jérôme entendant la trompette du Jugement dernier (La Vision de saint Jérôme) |
 Galeria Nacional do Canadá |
Ottawa | 9 | Josephte Ourné, Landscape, The Battle of Sainte-Foy |
 Musée de la civilisation |
Quebec City | 2 | The Rock Slide at Cape Diamond, The Church of Sainte-Foy |
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The oil on canvas titled Conversion of Saint Paul represents a significant moment in the career of Joseph Légaré. Created about 1822, the work captures a profound spiritual transformation through the medium of oil. The pigments settle into the weave of the fabric, anchoring a scene of divine encounter within the physical weight of the canvas.
Joseph Légaré’s “Cholera Plague, Quebec,” painted in 1832, is more than a simple depiction of a nighttime scene; it’s a haunting meditation on vulnerability and societal disruption rendered with the stark clarity of black and white. Measuring 82 x 111 cm, this artwork immediately draws the viewer into a world steeped in shadow and anxiety, reflecting the profound anxieties gripping Quebec during the devastating cholera epidemic of that year.
Josephte Ourné by Joseph Légaré presents a full-length fashion photograph of a model captured in mid-stride. The composition is centered on the subject as she walks down a runway, set against a dense wall of green leaves. This lush, textured backdrop provides depth through a shallow depth of field that softly blurs the foliage. The lighting is bright and even, reminiscent of studio or stage lighting, which highlights the specific…
The Battle of Sainte-Foy is a medium painting by Joseph Légaré. Created about 1854, the work captures a moment of historical tension through the artist's brush. Joseph Légaré rendered the scene with a focus on the specific topography of the site, ensuring the landscape remains an accurate anchor for the composition. While the terrain follows the physical reality of the location, the battle scene itself remains an imaginary construction of…
Conversion of Saint Paul (1822). Le Massacre des Hurons par les Iroquois (1827) e Le Père éternel entouré d'anges (1824) vêm a seguir.
27 anos: Conversion of Saint Paul data de 1822, e Joseph Légaré nasceu em 1795.
Conversion of Saint Paul, Le Massacre des Hurons par les Iroquois, Le Père éternel entouré d'anges, Saint Jérôme entendant la trompette du Jugement dernier (La Vision de saint Jérôme), La Vision de saint Roch, Josephte Ourné, Landscape, The Battle of Sainte-Foy, Saint Francis of Paola Raising his Sister's Child from the Dead e Saint Philip Baptizing the Eunuch of Queen Candace. O ranking acima apresenta o ano e o museu de cada uma.
Nosso catálogo contém 35 obras de Joseph Légaré, datadas de 1821 a 1854.
Principalmente em Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (Cidade de Québec), Galeria Nacional do Canadá (Ottawa) e Musée de la civilisation (Quebec City). A tabela de museus acima lista todos eles.
Em 1820s: 9 das 23 obras nesta página foram feitas então, sendo Conversion of Saint Paul delas.
Nesta página, a mais antiga é Saint Francis of Paola Raising his Sister's Child from the Dead (1821) e a mais recente é The Battle of Sainte-Foy (1854).
Man (5), Clouds (3) e Green leaves (2), entre as 23 obras nesta página.
Oil On Canvas, para 3 das 23 obras nesta página.
Le Massacre des Hurons par les Iroquois, Le Père éternel entouré d'anges e Saint Jérôme entendant la trompette du Jugement dernier (La Vision de saint Jérôme): o Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec, Cidade de Québec detém 11 das obras desta página.
Joseph Légaré (1795-1855) was a pivotal Canadian artist and politician whose life embodies the intersection of creativity and public service. Born in Saint-Jacques, Canada East, Légaré left an indelible mark on the country’s cultural landscape.
Légaré's early life was marked by a natural inclination towards artistic expression. Though details of his formative years remain somewhat obscure, it is evident he honed skills that would lead him to become one of the founding members of Willow Bunch, Saskatchewan. He wasn’t solely an artist; Légaré skillfully balanced multiple roles throughout his life – painter, glazier, seigneur, and political figure.
Demonstrating a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Légaré ventured into cattle and horse ranching in the Willow Bunch area. This showcased his adaptability and willingness to embrace diverse opportunities. Further solidifying his commitment to community, he served as postmaster in Willow Bunch from 1898 until his death in 1918.
While a significant portion of Légaré’s artistic output remains undocumented, his influence on Canadian art is undeniable. He is particularly remembered for his historical paintings and religious scenes. Cholera Plague, Quebec stands as one of his most recognized works, capturing a poignant moment in the region's history.
Information regarding specific artistic influences on Légaré is limited due to the scarcity of documented sources about his early training. However, it’s reasonable to assume he was influenced by the prevailing artistic styles of Lower Canada during the 19th century – a blend of European traditions adapted to the Canadian context.
Légaré’s life serves as a fascinating case study in the intersection of art and politics. He represents a generation of Canadians who actively participated in both cultural development and civic leadership. His legacy continues to inspire those interested in the rich history of Canadian art and its connection to the nation's social and political evolution.
