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The Temptation of St. Anthony, 1556 (pen & Indian ink on paper)
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The Temptation of St. Anthony, 1556 (pen & Indian ink on paper)
AMO249896 The Temptation of St. Anthony, 1556 (pen & Indian ink on paper) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); 21.6x32.6 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 23203924
© Ashmolean Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases Pieter the Elder Bruegel's masterpiece, "The Temptation of St. Anthony". Created in 1556 using pen and Indian ink on paper, this artwork measures 21.6x32.6 cm and is housed in the prestigious Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, UK. Bruegel's depiction transports viewers into a surreal world where fantasy and reality intertwine. The scene unfolds along a mystical river, as chaos reigns supreme with demons lurking around every corner. St. Anthony stands at the center, his conscience battling against nightmarish temptations that surround him. In this fantastical drawing, Bruegel skillfully captures the inner turmoil experienced by St. Anthony during his spiritual journey. The artist's intricate details bring to life a vivid dreamscape filled with eerie creatures and distorted landscapes. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print, we are drawn into an otherworldly realm where our own fears and desires are reflected back at us through Bruegel's masterful strokes of ink. "The Temptation of St. Anthony" serves as a reminder of the eternal struggle between good and evil within each individual's conscience. It invites us to confront our own personal demons while contemplating the boundaries between reality and illusion. This remarkable artwork continues to captivate audiences today with its timeless exploration of human nature and spirituality – a testament to Bruegel's genius as one of Western art history's most celebrated masters.
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