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Fine Art Print : A emaciated old man with sore eyes, 1771/1783. Creator: Franz Xaver Messerschmidt
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A emaciated old man with sore eyes, 1771/1783. Creator: Franz Xaver Messerschmidt
A emaciated old man with sore eyes, 1771/1783
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1770s 1780s Alabaster Austrian Gallery Belvedere Belvedere Bust Expression Expressive Eyes Closed Eyes Shut Facial Expression Franz Xaver Messerschmidt Late Baroque Lips Messerschmidt Franz Xaver Neck Pain Person Furrowed Brow In Pain
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting beauty and profound emotion of Franz Xaver Messerschmidt's masterpiece, "The Wimpled Head," also known as "The Agonized Old Man." Captured in 1771 or 1783, this poignant work of art showcases the Austrian sculptor's extraordinary talent for conveying human suffering. Messerschmidt's emaciated old man, with his sunken eyes and furrowed brow, evokes a sense of deep sadness and introspection. Bring this historic masterpiece into your home with our high-quality Fine Art Print from Heritage Images. Each print is meticulously crafted to preserve the intricate details and rich colors of the original work, ensuring a stunning addition to any art collection.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Franz Xaver Messerschmidt's haunting sculpture, titled "A Emaciated Old Man with Sore Eyes," dates back to the late Baroque period of the 18th century. This poignant work of art, created between 1771 and 1783, is carved in alabaster, a mottled brownish gray stone, and currently resides at the Belvedere Museum in Vienna, Austria. The sculpture depicts an emaciated old man with a furrowed brow, closed eyes, and lips pressed tightly together, as if in great pain. The man's body is gaunt and worn, with deep lines etched into his face and neck. His eyes, sunken and sore, are closed, adding to the sense of despair and suffering. The expression on his face is both expressive and intense, capturing the essence of age and the passage of time. Messerschmidt, a German artist, was known for his highly detailed and realistic sculptures, particularly those of the human face. This bust, with its intricate rendering of the old man's features, is a testament to his skill and artistic vision. The sculpture invites viewers to contemplate the human condition, the inevitability of aging, and the emotions and experiences that come with it. The late Baroque era, marked by its ornate and dramatic style, is reflected in the intense emotion and detail of this sculpture. The image of the emaciated old man with sore eyes is a powerful and enduring symbol of the human experience, and a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human form.
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