A Madwoman and Compulsive Gambler

Géricault seems to have felt something like an inner mission when he chose the most pitiable creatures in society for his subjects. In his studies of neurotics, he made shattering documentations, like this painting.

Suggested listening (streaming mp3, 13 minutes): Arcangelo Corelli: Sonata in D minor (La Follia) op. 5 No. 12