Canvas Print : Barthel Beham (German, 1502-1540), Child with Three Skulls, 1529, engraving
Canvas Prints from Liszt Collection
Barthel Beham (German, 1502-1540), Child with Three Skulls, 1529, engraving
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
Media ID 12640403
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1502 1529 1540 Barthel Barthel Beham Beham Skulls Three
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Experience the haunting beauty of Barthel Beham's engraving, "Child with Three Skulls," from the Liszt Collection. This captivating piece, created in 1529, showcases Beham's mastery of the engraver's art. Our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints bring this historic work to life, offering a stunning and vibrant display in your home or office. Embrace the allure of art history with our premium quality canvas prints, expertly printed to bring out the intricate details and rich colors of this iconic engraving.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing engraving by Barthel Beham, titled "Child with Three Skulls" we are confronted with a thought-provoking image that challenges our perception of life and mortality. Created in 1529, during the German Renaissance period, this print showcases Beham's exceptional skill as an engraver. At first glance, we see a young child standing confidently amidst three skulls placed before them. The child's innocent expression contrasts sharply with the macabre presence of death symbolized by the skulls. This juxtaposition invites us to contemplate the transience of life and the inevitability of our own mortality. Beham's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every line and contour etched into the metal plate. The delicate shading adds depth and texture to each element within the composition, enhancing its overall impact. The artist's choice to depict a child surrounded by skulls raises questions about innocence and vulnerability in relation to mortality. Are these symbols meant to remind us that death spares no one, regardless of age or purity? Or perhaps they serve as a reminder for us to cherish every moment we have on earth? Regardless of interpretation, "Child with Three Skulls" remains an enigmatic piece that continues to captivate viewers centuries after its creation. It serves as a testament not only to Barthel Beham's artistic prowess but also his ability to provoke introspection through his work.
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