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Old decrepit men upon the brinks of Charons banks (litho)
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Old decrepit men upon the brinks of Charons banks (litho)
5224744 Old decrepit men upon the brinks of Charons banks (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old decrepit men upon the brinks of Charons banks. Illustration for The Works of Rabelais illustrated by W Heath Robinson (Navarre Society, 1931).); © Look and Learn
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Banks Charon Francois Rabelais Robinson William Heath 1872 1944 William Heath Robinson Decrepit
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The captivating lithograph titled "Old decrepit men upon the brinks of Charons banks" by William Heath Robinson takes us on a visual journey into the world of Francois Rabelais. This intriguing artwork, part of The Works of Rabelais illustrated by W Heath Robinson, transports us to a scene where aged men stand at the edge of Charon's banks. Robinson's meticulous attention to detail brings these old and feeble figures to life, capturing their weariness and vulnerability. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded of the fragility and transience of human existence. Charon, the mythical ferryman who guides souls across the river Styx in Greek mythology, serves as a symbolic representation in this piece. These elderly men seem poised on the brink between life and death, contemplating their inevitable journey into the afterlife. Through his masterful engraving technique, Robinson invites us to reflect on our own mortality while appreciating the beauty found within aging. The artist skillfully captures every wrinkle and furrowed brow with great precision. This lithograph not only showcases Robinson's artistic prowess but also pays homage to Rabelais' literary genius. It serves as a reminder that art has no boundaries - transcending time and space - connecting different forms of expression throughout history. As we contemplate this thought-provoking image from Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy Bridgeman Images, let it serve as an invitation for introspection about our own place in the grand tapestry of life
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