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Of unprofytable stody, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation
XJF486419 Of unprofytable stody, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Barclay (c.1476-1552) Scottish born English poet, translated Sebastian Brandts (1457-1521) Das Narrenschiff, as The Ship of Fools in 1509. Image is a facsimile of the original German woodcut of 1497 and shows three foolish students.); German, out of copyright
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1497 1509 Academic Alexander Barclay Brandt Brandts Foolish Foolishness Fools Narrenschiff Sebastian Student Students Studying Translation Vice Vices
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This print captures an illustration from Alexander Barclay's English translation of "The Ship of Fools" published in 1874. The image is a facsimile of the original German woodcut from 1497, depicting three foolish students engrossed in unprofitable study. In this satirical artwork, we witness the folly and absurdity of academic pursuits that yield no practical benefits. The artist skillfully portrays the vices and shortcomings associated with excessive devotion to unproductive learning. These students, lost in their own world of books and papers, symbolize the futility of studying without purpose or application. Alexander Barclay, a Scottish-born English poet, translated Sebastian Brandt's renowned work "Das Narrenschiff" into English as "The Ship of Fools" in 1509. This powerful literary piece served as social commentary on human follies and was widely popular during its time. Through this evocative engraving, we are reminded that knowledge should not be pursued for its own sake but rather for its ability to improve our lives and society at large. It serves as a cautionary tale against indulging in fruitless endeavors while neglecting more meaningful pursuits. This thought-provoking image invites us to reflect on our own educational journeys and question whether our studies truly contribute to personal growth and societal progress or if they merely serve as empty exercises devoid of real-world impact.
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