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Fine Art Print : The Servant Inviting the Sick and the Poor to the Banquet, 1559. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
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The Servant Inviting the Sick and the Poor to the Banquet, 1559. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
The Servant Inviting the Sick and the Poor to the Banquet, 1559. From Parable of the King Who Prepared a Wedding, pl. 5
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1550s Banquet Columns Coornhert Dirck Volkertsen Dirck Volckertsz Coornhert Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert Parable Servant Servants Sick Sickness Dirck Volckertz Coornhert
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the profound compassion and generosity of Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert's 'The Servant Inviting the Sick and the Poor to the Banquet,' 1559. This exquisite fine art print, part of the Parable of the King Who Prepared a Wedding series, showcases the Dutch Renaissance artist's masterful use of light and shadow, capturing the essence of the biblical parable. Bring this timeless work of art into your home or office to inspire and uplift, and add a touch of history and culture to your space. Order your Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert fine art print from Media Storehouse today.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.3cm x 40.6cm (19.8" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert's engraving, "The Servant Inviting the Sick and the Poor to the Banquet," is a poignant depiction of the Parable of the King Who Prepared a Great Feast from the Bible's book of Luke (14:16-24). This powerful image from the 16th century, created in the Netherlands during the Renaissance, invites us to reflect on the themes of compassion, generosity, and inclusion. In the print, a servant stands at the entrance of a grand, columned banquet hall, extending an invitation to the sick and the poor. The servant's expression is one of genuine warmth and concern, as he urges the marginalized members of society to join the festivities. The stark contrast between the opulence of the banquet and the humble attire of the sick and the poor highlights the transformative power of kindness and acceptance. Coornhert masterfully employs the use of architecture to convey the message of the parable. The grandeur of the columns and the intricately designed ceiling serve as a backdrop to the humble figures of the servant and the invited guests. The black and white contrast adds depth and texture to the image, further emphasizing the stark contrast between wealth and poverty. This print is a testament to the enduring power of art to inspire and provoke thought. It invites us to consider the role we play in our communities, and the impact we can have on the lives of those around us. The Servant Inviting the Sick and the Poor to the Banquet remains a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion, generosity, and inclusion, and continues to resonate with audiences today.
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