Premium Framed Print : A dabauched monk gambling and drinking at the cabaret Engraving from "Les priests et les monks a travers les ages" by Hippolite Magen, 1857 Private collection

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A dabauched monk gambling and drinking at the cabaret Engraving from "Les priests et les monks a travers les ages" by Hippolite Magen, 1857 Private collection

ELD4946209 A dabauched monk gambling and drinking at the cabaret Engraving from "Les priests et les monks a travers les ages" by Hippolite Magen, 1857 Private collection; (add.info.: A dabauched monk gambling and drinking at the cabaret Engraving from "Les priests et les monks a travers les ages" by Hippolite Magen, 1857 Private collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive

Media ID 38094244

© © The Holbarn Archive / Bridgeman Images

Cabaret Débauché Gambling Hostel 15th 15 Xv Xvth Fifteenth Century Booze Isadora Religious Role

14"x16" Premium Frame

Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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This intriguing engraving from "Les priests et les monks a travers les ages" by Hippolite Magen captures the scandalous behavior of a debauched monk indulging in gambling and drinking at a cabaret. The image, dating back to the 15th century, offers a glimpse into the darker side of religious figures during that time period. The detailed depiction of the monk's reckless behavior challenges traditional notions of piety and virtue associated with clergy members. His involvement in vices such as gambling and excessive drinking raises questions about the moral integrity of those who are supposed to uphold spiritual values. The setting of a cabaret adds an element of decadence and hedonism to the scene, further emphasizing the contrast between religious devotion and worldly pleasures. The intricate engravings capture every aspect of this sinful tableau, inviting viewers to reflect on themes of temptation, morality, and hypocrisy. Through this historical artwork, we are reminded that even those who are meant to embody holiness can succumb to human weaknesses. It serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of excess and corruption within religious institutions. This print is not just a visual representation but also a thought-provoking commentary on human nature and societal norms.

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