What was Géricault's last major work?
The Madwoman
The Raft of the Medusa
The Charging Chasseur
The Wounded Cuirassier
Answer
Géricault's final masterpiece, "The Madwoman," is a poignant portrayal of mental illness. Completed shortly before his untimely death, the painting depicts a woman in a state of profound despair, her eyes vacant and her body contorted in anguish. Géricault's use of chiaroscuro and expressive brushwork conveys the raw emotion and suffering of his subject, creating a haunting and unforgettable image of human fragility.
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