A woman kills a man in his sleep, Willem Basse, Jacob Lescailje, 1648
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A woman kills a man in his sleep, Willem Basse, Jacob Lescailje, 1648
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12732506
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1648 Boat Dagger Death Guard Kills Knife Marine Maritime Nautical Puts Sailing Sailing Ship Ship Shipping Silhouette Sleep Sleeping Tent Vessel Violent Willem Basse
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "A woman kills a man in his sleep, Willem Basse, Jacob Lescailje, 1648" the viewer is transported to a scene of intense violence and mystery. The image portrays a dark silhouette of a woman standing over a sleeping man inside a tent. With her hand firmly gripping a dagger or knife, she appears poised to strike with deadly intent. The composition exudes an eerie atmosphere as the moonlight casts haunting shadows on the figures and their surroundings. In the distance, we catch glimpses of a majestic sailing ship navigating through rough seas, adding an element of maritime intrigue to the narrative. The contrast between light and shadow heightens the tension within this moment frozen in time. The sleeping man's vulnerability contrasts sharply with the woman's determined stance as she assumes her role as both aggressor and guardian. This thought-provoking artwork by Quint Lox invites viewers to ponder questions about power dynamics, betrayal, and hidden motives. It serves as a reminder that even in our most vulnerable moments, danger may lurk just beyond our awareness. As part of Liszt Collection's diverse range of prints capturing historical events and human emotions throughout centuries past, this piece offers an evocative glimpse into one artist's interpretation of life's darker aspects.
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