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The Monk. The beggar monk returning to his convent with his money bank and purse. Death grabbed him by the hood, and strained him away. Plate 10. Hand-coloured engraving by Christian Von Mechel (or Chretien de Mechel)
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The Monk. The beggar monk returning to his convent with his money bank and purse. Death grabbed him by the hood, and strained him away. Plate 10. Hand-coloured engraving by Christian Von Mechel (or Chretien de Mechel)
FLO4675506 The Monk. The beggar monk returning to his convent with his money bank and purse. Death grabbed him by the hood, and strained him away. Plate 10. Hand-coloured engraving by Christian Von Mechel (or Chretien de Mechel, 1737-1817) in "The Triumph of Death" based on original drawings by Hans Holbein the Young (1497-1543), 1860.; (add.info.: The Monk. The beggar monk returning to his convent with his money bank and purse. Death grabbed him by the hood, and strained him away. Plate 10. Hand-coloured engraving by Christian Von Mechel (or Chretien de Mechel, 1737-1817) in "The Triumph of Death" based on original drawings by Hans Holbein the Young (1497-1543), 1860.); © Florilegius
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In this haunting image captured by Christian Von Mechel, we see The Monk, a beggar monk returning to his convent with his money bank and purse. However, Death lurks nearby, grabbing him by the hood and straining him away. This hand-colored engraving is based on original drawings by the renowned artist Hans Holbein the Young.
The scene depicted in this print is both eerie and thought-provoking. The contrast between the monk's worldly possessions and the inevitable grasp of death serves as a powerful reminder of life's transience. As he is pulled away by Death, we are left to ponder our own mortality and the fleeting nature of material wealth.
The intricate details in this engraving bring to life the struggle between earthly desires and spiritual enlightenment. The skeletal figure of Death serves as a stark reminder that no one can escape their ultimate fate.
Through this artwork, Mechel captures a moment frozen in time - a moment where faith is tested against mortality. It challenges us to reflect on our own values and priorities in life.
Overall, "The Monk" is a captivating piece that delves into themes of spirituality, mortality, and human nature. It serves as a poignant reminder that ultimately, all must face Death's embrace.
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