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Fountain of Youth (woodcut)
7201525 Fountain of Youth (woodcut) by Beham, Hans Sebald (1500-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fountain of Youth. Illustration from Illustrierte Sittengeschichte von Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart, by Eduard Fuchs (Albert Langen Verlag fur Litteratur und Kunst, Munich, c1910).); © Look and Learn
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This black and white woodcut print titled "Fountain of Youth" by Hans Sebald Beham takes us back to the 16th century, capturing a moment in history filled with hope and wonder. The illustration is part of Illustrierte Sittengeschichte von Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart, a book by Eduard Fuchs that explores the history of human behavior from the Middle Ages to the present. In this scene, we see a bustling crowd gathered around a magnificent temple-like structure housing the legendary Fountain of Youth. Men and women eagerly await their turn, hoping for its miraculous powers to restore their youthfulness. Nudity is depicted symbolically as people shed their inhibitions along with their aging bodies. The artist's attention to detail transports us into this Germanic setting where beauty care rituals were highly valued during the Renaissance period. Bathing establishments like this one provided not only physical rejuvenation but also served as social gathering places. As we gaze upon this print, we can't help but be drawn into the anticipation and desire etched on each face in the crowd. It serves as a reminder that throughout history, humans have sought ways to defy time and cling onto youthfulness. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece of art from our past, allowing us to appreciate both its historical significance and artistic beauty today.
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