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Peter Bruegel, 1606. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler (Flemish, c. 1570-1629)
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Peter Bruegel, 1606. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler (Flemish, c. 1570-1629)
Peter Bruegel, 1606. Around 1600, three decades after the death of artist Pieter Bruegel (about 1525-1569), a renewed interest in his work sparked the so-called Bruegel Renaissance. Admired for his scenes of everyday life and his realistic landscapes, he was highly praised for faithfully following nature. Appropriately, the inscription on Sadelers print is a lengthy discussion about the imitation of nature, a matter of great interest to artists at the time. Bruegel is surrounded by Minerva and Mercury (who here personify Art and Eloquence, respectively) and a composite figure of Fortune and Fame. The cherub bearing the skull and torch at bottom is probably Thanatos, a classical symbol of death. He bows to mourn the artist, but as the still-flaming torch indicates, Bruegels genius and fame are immortal
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After 1546 1611 Aegidius Sadeler
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This print showcases the renowned artwork of Peter Bruegel, a celebrated artist from the 16th century. Created by Aegidius Sadeler, a Flemish artist born around 1570, this print is a testament to the enduring legacy of Bruegel's work. In the early 1600s, three decades after Bruegel's passing, there was a resurgence of interest in his art known as the "Bruegel Renaissance". This movement was fueled by admiration for Bruegel's ability to capture everyday life and create realistic landscapes that faithfully depicted nature. The inscription on Sadelers' print delves into an extensive discussion about imitating nature - a topic that greatly fascinated artists during that time. The image portrays Bruegel surrounded by Minerva and Mercury, symbolizing Art and Eloquence respectively. Additionally, we see Fortune and Fame personified in a composite figure standing beside him. At the bottom of the image, there is a cherub bearing both a skull and torch which represents Thanatos - an ancient symbol associated with death. However, despite this mournful gesture towards Bruegel's demise, the still-flaming torch signifies that his genius and fame will live on eternally. Preserved within this print lies not only an exquisite piece of art but also an insight into how artists revered their predecessors even centuries after their passing. It serves as a reminder of Peter Bruegel's lasting impact on artistic expression throughout history.
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