Humaine Collection
"Humaine: A Captivating Journey Through Art and Literature" Step into the world of "humaine" as we explore the captivating works that depict the essence of humanity
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"Humaine: A Captivating Journey Through Art and Literature" Step into the world of "humaine" as we explore the captivating works that depict the essence of humanity. From Balzac's thought-provoking photographs to engravings like "Le Songe de la vie humaine, " each piece offers a unique perspective on what it means to be human. In Ms 62 f. 132r, witness the personification of Necromancy stabbing a book, symbolizing our eternal quest for knowledge and understanding. Meanwhile, Tete de la Vierge du Puy et buste de l Enfant Jesus compares their size to that of a human in an engraving, reminding us of our humble existence amidst divine figures. Ms 62 f. 132v takes us further into imagination with a winged figure perched atop a tree, piercing a book with a sword - an allegory for the power of words and ideas that shape our lives. Travel back in time through Cour de la maison habitee as we visit the 14th-century home of a flesh pasta maker on Rue des Marmousets in 1850. This engraving transports us to another era while highlighting the peculiarities and diversity within humanity itself. Discover Le premier atelier de l industrie humaine at Pressigny where silex is crafted and polished – an homage to human ingenuity and industry throughout history. Delve into Missal 515 f. 13v where fantastical creatures with human faces challenge our notions of reality, blurring boundaries between myth and mankind. Zola's Train Footplate / Ils captures secret gatherings at Rabbis' homes contained within Pelegrine de la Vie Humaine – showcasing clandestine moments that define who we are beyond societal norms. Finally, BEARDSLEY's Balzac portrait immortalizes this French realist writer whose works delve deep into the complexities of human nature itself.