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Witches (pen & ink on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR345968 Witches (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Bosch, Hieronymus (c.1450-1516); Louvre (Cabinet de dessins), Paris, France; (add.info.: Sorcieres; sorciere; formerly attributed to Pieter Bruegel the Elder; Brueghel; ); Netherlandish, out of copyright
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This print showcases the intricate pen and ink drawing titled "Witches" by the renowned artist Hieronymus Bosch. Displayed in the Louvre's Cabinet de dessins, Paris, this artwork is a testament to Bosch's mastery of surrealism during the 15th and 16th centuries. The composition depicts a group of female witches engaged in various activities, each holding symbolic objects such as brooms, shovels, reels, rakes, barrels, baskets, wheels, and wooden cocks. The attention to detail is remarkable as every element comes together to create an otherworldly scene. Formerly attributed to Pieter Bruegel the Elder but now recognized as Bosch's work, this piece captures the essence of witchcraft with its eerie atmosphere. The witches are shown riding astride on peculiar creatures while studying or sketching their surroundings. The photograph was taken by Giraudon in 1939 and has since become an iconic representation of Bosch's artistry. With its impeccable clarity and contrast between light and shadow, it brings out the depth and complexity of his original drawing. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image from Fine Art Finder without any commercial intent mentioned here (not affiliated with Bridgeman Images), we are transported into a world where fantasy meets reality—a true testament to Hieronymus Bosch's genius.
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