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The Extraction of the Stone of Madness (Cutting the Stone or The Cure of Folly) - Painting, 1475-1480
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The Extraction of the Stone of Madness (Cutting the Stone or The Cure of Folly) - Painting, 1475-1480
LRI4602862 The Extraction of the Stone of Madness (Cutting the Stone or The Cure of Folly) - Painting, 1475-1480 by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: The Extraction of the Stone of Folie - Painting by Hieronymus Van Aeken (Aken) dit Jerome Bosch (1450-1516), 1475-1480 - Prado Museum, Madrid); Luisa Ricciarini
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© Luisa Ricciarini / Bridgeman Images
1450 1516 Amputation Bosch Hieronymus C Brain Care Disease Flemish Style Hieronymus Bosch Madness Parsonage Psychology Surgeon Surgery 15th 15 Xv Xvth Fifteenth Century Benelux Countries Dutch Netherlands Hollander Hollanders Netherland Netherlands Holland Dutch The Netherland
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The Extraction of the Stone of Madness (Cutting the Stone or The Cure of Folly) - Painting, 1475-1480 by Bosch, Hieronymus is a captivating piece that delves into the complexities of human psychology and the pursuit of mental well-being. This Flemish-style artwork, housed in Prado Museum, Madrid, showcases Bosch's mastery in depicting intricate details and symbolic imagery. The painting portrays a surgical scene where a surgeon performs an unconventional procedure to extract a stone from the head of a patient suffering from madness. The artist skillfully captures the tension between science and superstition prevalent during that era. Through this allegorical representation, Bosch explores themes such as disease, care, and the limits of medical knowledge. The composition invites viewers to contemplate the nature of madness and its treatment. It raises questions about how society perceives mental health issues throughout history. As we observe this fascinating artwork created in the late 15th century Netherlands by one of Europe's most renowned painters, Hieronymus Bosch reminds us that art has always been intertwined with our understanding and interpretation of human experiences. Luisa Ricciarini's print beautifully captures every minute detail while preserving the essence and depth conveyed by Bosch's original masterpiece. With this image at hand, art enthusiasts can now appreciate this significant work even if they are unable to visit Prado Museum themselves.
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