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Christ and the Samaritan Woman, from A Life, 1884. Creator: Max Klinger
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Christ and the Samaritan Woman, from A Life, 1884. Creator: Max Klinger
Christ and the Samaritan Woman, from A Life, 1884
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A Life Drypoint Gospel Of John Kind Kindness Klinger Max Max Klinger Samaria Samarian Speaking Symbolist Talking Water Well Waterwell Aquatint Christ Jesus Symbolism
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Max Klinger's Christ and the Samaritan Woman, from A Life, is a captivating work of art from the 19th century that beautifully captures a pivotal moment from the New Testament's Gospel of John. The print, created through a combination of drypoint, aquatint, and etching on ivory china paper laid down on cream laid paper, showcases the artist's exceptional skill in engraving. In this powerful image, Christ is depicted sitting beside a Samaritan woman at a water well in Samaria. The woman, with a surprised expression, leans forward as Christ speaks to her, revealing his divine nature and offering her the living water. The contrast between the two figures is striking - the strong, confident posture of Christ contrasts with the hunched, weary figure of the woman. The symbolism in this print is rich and layered. The water well represents the source of life, both physical and spiritual, while the living water offered by Christ represents salvation and eternal life. The setting in Samaria, a place where Jews and Samaritans rarely interacted, highlights the universality of Christ's message and his ability to reach out to all people, regardless of their background or beliefs. Max Klinger's Christ and the Samaritan Woman is a testament to the power of art to convey complex ideas and emotions. It invites viewers to reflect on the themes of kindness, compassion, and the transformative power of human connection. This print is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, religion, or the human condition.
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