{"product_id":"the-death-of-socrates","title":"The Death of Socrates | Jacques-Louis David | 1787","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"20\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"22\" data-end=\"961\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\"The Death of Socrates\" by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJacques-Louis David\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, completed in 1787, is a striking neoclassical portrayal of the philosopher Socrates’ final moments. In this painting, David captures the scene in a prison chamber where Socrates calmly reaches for the cup of hemlock, surrounded by his distraught disciples. The composition emphasizes clarity, order, and emotional intensity, with Socrates’ upright posture and resolute expression contrasting the grief and despair of his followers. David’s precise use of light and shadow highlights the philosopher’s noble form and reinforces the moral and philosophical themes of reason, virtue, and the acceptance of death. Through \"The Death of Socrates,\" viewers are invited to reflect on the power of steadfast principles, the pursuit of truth, and the courage required to face mortality with dignity, while showcasing David’s mastery of narrative, anatomy, and classical composition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Bellora","offers":[{"title":"12\" x  9\" \/ Gallery Canvas","offer_id":48358790725847,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\" x  9\" \/ Framed Canvas","offer_id":48358790758615,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24\" x  18\" \/ Gallery Canvas","offer_id":48358790791383,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24\" x  18\" \/ Framed Canvas","offer_id":48358790824151,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36\" x 24\" \/ Gallery Canvas","offer_id":48358790856919,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36\" x 24\" \/ Framed Canvas","offer_id":48358790889687,"sku":null,"price":209.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40\" x 30\" \/ Gallery Canvas","offer_id":48358790922455,"sku":null,"price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40\" x 30\" \/ Framed Canvas","offer_id":48358790955223,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"48\" x 32\" \/ Gallery Canvas","offer_id":48374272557271,"sku":null,"price":289.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"48\" x 32\" \/ Framed Canvas","offer_id":48374272590039,"sku":null,"price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/7592\/1367\/files\/socnew.png?v=1774495580","url":"https:\/\/tobynomad.com\/products\/the-death-of-socrates","provider":"Toby Nomad Masterpieces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}