It Is Thought That Théodore Géricault's the Raft of the Medusa

question 5

Essay

It is thought that Théodore Géricault's The Raft of the Medusa fueled the Romantic movement and contributed to a re-evaluation of the validity of the restored French monarchy.If a similar event occurred today,would it hold as much fascination? Why or why not?

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