Abandonment
Channel: Art Compass
Date: 2024-03-10

This video explores the profound theme of abandonment, a narrative thread that weaves through the tapestry of art history. Through a series of captivating examples, we delve into stories of individuals left behind or forsaken, each carrying a unique weight of emotional and historical significance. From the mythological tales of Oedipus and Ariadne to the biblical narrative of Moses and the foundational story of Romulus and Remus, we uncover how abandonment has been a pivotal motif in art across cultures and epochs. 
The abandonment of Moses in the Nile River by his Hebrew mother to save him from the Pharaoh's decree is a story of survival and divine providence. Artists like Nicolas Poussin and Sébastien Bourdon have depicted this narrative, emphasizing the interplay of hope, faith, and destiny. 
Ariadne's abandonment by Theseus and subsequent marriage to Dionysus is a tale of betrayal and redemption. Artworks from Greek vase paintings to 19th-century paintings portray her despair, solitude, and eventual elevation to a divine consort. 
 Abandonment Foundling hospitals, as sanctuaries for abandoned children, reveal society's response to this age-old dilemma. Art and architecture from the Renaissance onwards reflect the compassion and care extended to the most vulnerable. 
The abandonment of Jesus Christ, culminating in his crucifixion, embodies themes of betrayal, sacrifice, and the promise of salvation. Art from the Middle Ages to the Baroque period meditates on this profound narrative of love and redemption. 

0:00 Intro 
2:41 Moses 
6:18 Ariadne 
11:13 Jesus 
13:52 The Christening 
16:33 Clothing the Children at the Holy Ghost Orphanage 







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