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Mirror of life and death (colour engraving)
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Mirror of life and death (colour engraving)
CHT164037 Mirror of life and death (colour engraving) by French School, (17th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: Miroir de la vie et de la mort; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23161050
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Ageing Contrast Divided Division Half Live Maxim Ribs Skeleton Skull Split Vanitas Vanity Human Condition Mortality Polarity
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This colour engraving, titled "Mirror of Life and Death" transports us to the 17th century French School. Housed in the Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, in Paris, France, this artwork offers a thought-provoking exploration of various themes. The image portrays a female figure divided into two halves: one representing life and the other symbolizing death. This stark contrast between vitality and mortality is strikingly depicted through the use of ribs on one side and a skull on the other. The artist skillfully captures the essence of human existence by showcasing both our inherent beauty and inevitable demise. Intriguingly, this engraving delves deeper into concepts such as vanity, ageing, and polarity. It challenges viewers to reflect upon their own lives while contemplating the transient nature of physical appearance. The division within this portrait serves as a reminder that life's journey is finite – an undeniable truth that we all must confront. Furthermore, by presenting a nude figure in half form, stripped away from societal constructs like clothing or pretense, it emphasizes our shared vulnerability and nakedness before death's embrace. This vanitas-inspired piece encourages introspection about our actions during our limited time on Earth. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Bridgeman Images' collection at Fine Art Finder, we are invited to ponder profound questions about existence itself – an invitation to explore what it truly means to live amidst mortality's shadowy presence.
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