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Fine Art Print : The World Carrying Away Knowledge and Love, 1550. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
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The World Carrying Away Knowledge and Love, 1550. Creator: Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert
The World Carrying Away Knowledge and Love, 1550. Series: The Unrestrained World
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1550s Allegorical Coornhert Dirck Volkertsen Dirck Volckertsz Coornhert Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert Globe Dirck Volckertz Coornhert
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert's masterpiece, "The World Carrying Away Knowledge and Love" (1550). Part of the Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints collection from Heritage Images, this exquisite work of art showcases The World personified as an elderly figure, carrying away Knowledge and Love on his back. Coornhert's intricate details and symbolism come alive in this stunning print, making it a perfect addition to any art enthusiast's collection or a thoughtful gift for those who cherish the wonders of knowledge and love. Embrace the timeless allure of this iconic piece and bring a touch of history and culture into your home or office.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" 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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a captivating engraving by Dirck Volkertsen Coornhert from the 16th century, is an intriguing allegory that personifies the globe as an elderly figure carrying the personifications of Knowledge and Love on its back. This masterpiece, created in the Netherlands during the 1550s, is part of the series "The Unrestrained World" and is a testament to the artistic prowess of the Dutch artistic school during this period. The image, with its bold lettering and intricate detail, depicts the World as a bearded, balding man, clad in a cloak and holding a staff. Knowledge is represented as a young man, with a book in one hand and a compass in the other, while Love is shown as a beautiful woman, holding a heart and a mirror. Two horses, symbolizing the East and the West, pull the World forward, emphasizing the idea of the constant movement and change of the world. Coornhert's skillful use of animals in this allegory is noteworthy. The horses, with their powerful muscles and determined expressions, add a sense of energy and dynamism to the scene. The lettering, with its elegant script and ornate flourishes, adds a sense of grandeur and importance to the image. This engraving, now housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, is a reminder of the rich artistic heritage of Europe during the 16th century. The intricate detail, bold symbolism, and masterful use of animals make "The World Carrying Away Knowledge and Love" a timeless work of art that continues to captivate and inspire viewers today.
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