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Melenconia I, 1514 (Burin engraving)
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Melenconia I, 1514 (Burin engraving)
5890642 Melenconia I, 1514 (Burin engraving) by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 24x18.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The first of the Durers three master engravings with this subject.); Luisa Ricciarini; German, out of copyright
Media ID 23340538
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The print captures Albrecht Durer's iconic engraving, "Melenconia I" created in 1514. This masterpiece is the first of Durer's three master engravings with this subject and showcases his exceptional talent during the German Renaissance. The monochrome image portrays a melancholic scene filled with symbolic elements. In the center, a despondent female figure sits on a wooden structure, her head resting on her hand. Surrounding her are various tools representing different aspects of human existence: an hourglass symbolizing time slipping away, an orb denoting earthly power and knowledge, and weighing scales signifying balance and judgment. A winged cherub looks down upon her sorrowfully while holding a garland. Durer incorporates mathematical symbols into the composition as well - a magic square, polyhedron shapes, and geometric forms - reflecting his fascination with mathematics and its connection to art. A ladder leans idly against the wooden structure while a plane lies unused nearby. Despite these somber elements, hope shines through in the form of a rainbow stretching across the horizon. Angels float above, adding an ethereal touch to this allegorical representation of melancholy. Luisa Ricciarini skillfully captures every detail in this photograph print from Fine Art Finder, allowing viewers to appreciate Durer's intricate craftsmanship and profound symbolism that continues to resonate centuries later.
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