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Allegory on the shortness of human life. Drawing by Stefano della Bella preserved in the Room of Drawings and Prints in the Gallery of the Uffizi
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Allegory on the shortness of human life. Drawing by Stefano della Bella preserved in the Room of Drawings and Prints in the Gallery of the Uffizi
Allegory on the shortness of human life. Drawing by Stefano della Bella preserved in the Room of Drawings and Prints in the Gallery of the Uffizi Florence Uffizi, Room of Drawings and Prints Drawing Baroque, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1914. Date of Artwork:1630-1664 ca.. Artist:Della Bella, Stefano
Mannelli, Anchise & C.
MAA-F-007980-0000
Media ID 33189583
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Cane Hourglass Life Skeleton Skull Textile Time Time Measurement Abstract Concept And Symbol Applied Arts And Crafts Concept Or Subject Expressed Parts Of The Body
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This print captures the essence of Stefano della Bella's masterpiece, "Allegory on the shortness of human life" which is preserved in the Room of Drawings and Prints in the renowned Gallery of the Uffizi in Florence. Taken in 1914, this photograph allows us to appreciate Della Bella's intricate drawing from a bygone era. Della Bella's artwork, created between 1630 and 1664, showcases his mastery of both Baroque and Renaissance-Baroque styles. The drawing itself serves as a powerful allegory for the fleeting nature of human existence. It explores abstract concepts such as time, life, and mortality through various symbolic elements. At its center stands a nude figure representing humanity itself. With an arm extended towards an hourglass held by an instrument-carrying skeleton, we are reminded that time waits for no one. The presence of a cane or staff further emphasizes our reliance on these temporal measurements. The composition cleverly juxtaposes different parts of the body: a face gazes solemnly at its own reflection while surrounded by skulls symbolizing death's constant proximity. This interplay between life and death encapsulates Della Bella's exploration into existential themes. As we gaze upon this remarkable print today, it transports us back to Europe during the first and second millenniums A. D. , when artists like Della Bella were pushing boundaries with their innovative artistic expressions. Anchise & C. 's skillful photography ensures that every detail is captured faithfully – from delicate lines to bold strokes – allowing us to appreciate this timeless artwork even more deeply. Let this photograph serve as a reminder that despite our mortal limitations, art has the power to transcend time itself; it continues to inspire generations long after its creation.
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