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Allegory of treason. An awful old woman caresses a handsome young man
XEE4135589 Allegory of treason. An awful old woman caresses a handsome young man and at the same time prepares to stab him. Engraving in " Iconologie oder Ideen aus dem Gebiete der Leidenschaften und Allegorien bildich dargestellt fur Zeichner, Mahler, Dichter, Gelehrte, Erzieher und freunde Hoherer Geschmacksbildung" (Iconologie ou idees de la sphere des passions et des allegories...), Vienna 1801. Book containing 225 illustrations. Private collection. by Austrian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allegory of treason. An awful old woman caresses a handsome young man and at the same time prepares to stab him. Engraving in " Iconologie oder Ideen aus dem Gebiete der Leidenschaften und Allegorien bildich dargestellt fur Zeichner, Mahler, Dichter, Gelehrte, Erzieher und freunde Hoherer Geschmacksbildung" (Iconologie ou idees de la sphere des passions et des allegories...), Vienna 1801. Book containing 225 illustrations. Private collection.); Stefano Bianchetti; Austrian, out of copyright
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In this print titled "Allegory of Treason" we are transported to a world where symbolism and intrigue intertwine. The image depicts an unsettling scene, as an elderly woman affectionately caresses a handsome young man while simultaneously preparing to stab him. This engraving, found in the book "Iconologie oder Ideen aus dem Gebiete der Leidenschaften und Allegorien bildich dargestellt fur Zeichner, Mahler, Dichter, Gelehrte, Erzieher und freunde Hoherer Geschmacksbildung" (Iconology or ideas from the sphere of passions and allegories. . . ), was created by the Austrian School in Vienna in 1801. The contrast between beauty and betrayal is strikingly portrayed through the juxtaposition of these two figures. The old woman's sinister intentions are masked by her tender touch towards the unsuspecting young man. It raises questions about trust and deception within human relationships. This intriguing artwork is part of a larger collection containing 225 illustrations that delve into various aspects of passion and allegory. Its presence in a private collection adds to its mystique and rarity. Stefano Bianchetti skillfully captures the essence of this allegorical tale through his masterful engraving technique. His attention to detail brings out both the physical beauty of youth and the hidden darkness lurking beneath seemingly innocent gestures. As viewers gaze upon this print, they are invited to contemplate themes such as loyalty, treachery, power dynamics, and moral ambiguity. It serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving and that even those closest to us may harbor ulterior motives.
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