Fine Art Print : Dancing with the Devil
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Dancing with the Devil
The Devil dances with his disciples at the Sabbat
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Media ID 577636
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1626 Dances Devil Disciples Sabbat Witchcraft Paranormal
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of the unknown with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This mesmerizing piece, titled "Dancing with the Devil," transports you to a mystical realm where the Devil and his disciples gather for a sinister dance. The intricate details and rich colors of this Mary Evans Print Online image bring the enchanting and eerie atmosphere to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office. Immerse yourself in the depth of this hauntingly beautiful work of art and let the story unfold before your eyes.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Dancing with the Devil: A Glimpse into the Dark Heart of Historical Witchcraft This evocative image, titled 'The Devil dances with his disciples at the Sabbat,' transports us back to the enigmatic and often terrifying world of early modern European witchcraft. Captured in this 1626 engraving from Mary Evans Picture Library, the Devil is depicted in all his seductive and sinister glory, surrounded by his disciples as they engage in a frenzied dance. The Sabbat, or witches' sabbath, was a central tenet of early modern European witch belief. According to folklore and popular imagination, witches would gather in secret locations to pay homage to the Devil, engage in debauchery, and make pacts with him. The image of the Devil dancing with his disciples was a common motif in early modern European witchcraft literature and art, reflecting the belief that the Devil was a master of music and dance, able to lure humans into his fold through these sensual pleasures. The details of this print are rich in symbolism and intrigue. The Devil is depicted as a horned figure with a goat's head and cloven hooves, holding a staff adorned with skulls and crossbones. His disciples, dressed in various animal skins and robes, are shown in various stages of ecstasy as they dance around him. The landscape in the background is barren and desolate, further emphasizing the otherworldly nature of the scene. Despite the fear and revulsion that such images inspired in early modern European society, they also reveal much about the cultural anxieties and beliefs of the time. The image of the Devil dancing with his disciples at the Sabbat speaks to the power of the imagination to both fascinate and terrify, and serves as a reminder of the complex and often contradictory ways that witchcraft was understood and represented in early modern Europe.
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