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Portrait of deceased boy with vanitas motif, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
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Portrait of deceased boy with vanitas motif, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of deceased boy with vanitas motif, 17th century
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Cushion Deceased Flanders Belgium Europe Mortality Reminder Skull Vanitas Wreath Infancy Infant National Museum Sweden Nationalmuseum Sweden Stockholm National Museum
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This evocative 17th century portrait, titled "Portrait of a Deceased Boy with Vanitas Motif," is an enduring testament to the transient nature of life and the inexorable passage of time. The subject of the painting is a young, naked boy, lying on a red cushion, his small, innocent face gazing upwards in quiet contemplation. Surrounding him are various symbols of vanitas, or the fleeting nature of earthly pleasures and the inevitability of death. A skull rests at the boy's feet, a reminder of mortality, while an hourglass and wilting flowers accentuate the ephemeral nature of life. Two angels, one holding a wreath, appear at the top of the painting, offering solace and hope in the face of death. This poignant work of art, believed to originate from Flanders, Belgium, is a powerful reflection of the religious and philosophical preoccupations of the 17th century. The use of oil on canvas and the rich, vibrant colors add to the painting's emotional depth and timeless appeal. The portrait is now a cherished part of the collection at the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, where it continues to inspire and provoke thought among visitors. The identity of the artist remains unknown, but the painting's haunting beauty and profound message have left an indelible mark on the annals of art history.
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