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Melencolia I
Melencolia I. Print shows a winged woman representing melancholy in the sense of an artists spiritual self-portrait. She is surrounded by many symbolic figures and objects, including a bat carrying the inscription Melencolia I below a rainbow; a large stone, ladder, hourglass, bell, and magic square; carpenters tools and a sleeping dog; and a small putto with a notbook and ink well. (Source: Bartsch and Panofsky.). Date 1514. Melencolia I. Print shows a winged woman representing melancholy in the sense of an artists spiritual self-portrait. She is surrounded by many symbolic figures and objects, including a bat carrying the inscription Melencolia I below a rainbow; a large stone, ladder, hourglass, bell, and magic square; carpenters tools and a sleeping dog; and a small putto with a notbook and ink well. (Source: Bartsch and Panofsky.). Date 1514
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Chiaroscuro Melancholy Melancholia
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the captivating depth of emotion with our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints featuring "Melencolia I" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite image showcases Albrecht Dürer's iconic masterpiece, where a winged woman embodies melancholy as an artist's spiritual self-portrait. Surrounded by symbolic figures and objects, this print invites you to contemplate the complexities of creativity and introspection. Elevate your home or office decor with this thought-provoking and timeless work of art.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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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Melencolia I," a masterpiece created by Albrecht Dürer in 1514, is a captivating print that embodies the depth and complexity of melancholy, an emotional state often associated with creativity and introspection. The image features a winged woman, believed to be a self-portrait of the artist, who personifies melancholy. She sits in contemplation amidst a rich array of symbolic figures and objects, each holding profound meaning in the context of the artwork. The bat bearing the inscription "Melencolia I" below a rainbow signifies the transient nature of artistic inspiration. The large stone, ladder, hourglass, bell, and magic square represent the challenges and obstacles that the artist must overcome in the creative process. The carpenter's tools and the sleeping dog symbolize the artist's readiness to build and create, while the small putto with a notebook and inkwell signifies the importance of learning and documentation. The intricate interplay of light and shadow (chiaroscuro) in the print adds depth and texture, enhancing the overall mood of introspection and contemplation. The use of melancholy as a spiritual self-portrait was a common practice among artists during the Renaissance, and Dürer's "Melencolia I" is a testament to the enduring power of art to explore the depths of the human psyche. This exquisite print, with its timeless beauty and profound symbolism, continues to captivate and inspire viewers, offering a glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest artists of the Renaissance era.
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