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Premium Framed Print : Allegory of the Transience of Life, 1618. Creator: Christian Richter
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Allegory of the Transience of Life, 1618. Creator: Christian Richter
Allegory of the Transience of Life, 1618
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Media ID 20285879
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Disrepair Heightened With White Gouache Life Obelisk Pen And Ink Richter Skull Transience Pen And Ink Drawing
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 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases "Allegory of the Transience of Life" by Christian Richter, a renowned German artist from the 17th century. The artwork, displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a thought-provoking concept through its intricate details and vibrant colors. In this piece, Richter skillfully combines pen and ink with brushwork in brown, blue, and pink washes heightened with white gouache. The result is an allegorical representation of life's fleeting nature. The disrepair evident in the architecture serves as a metaphor for the transitory nature of existence. The central focus of the image is two boys standing near an obelisk. One boy gazes intently at a skull held in his hand while the other looks on curiously. This juxtaposition symbolizes youth's encounter with mortality and prompts contemplation about life's brevity. Richter's artistic school shines through this masterpiece as he expertly captures emotions and concepts within his work. His attention to detail creates a visually stunning composition that invites viewers to reflect on their own mortality. As we observe this remarkable print by Christian Richter, we are reminded that life is ephemeral and should be cherished every moment. It serves as both a testament to human fragility and an invitation to embrace each day fully.
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