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3124961 The dead blue roller by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); (add.info.: The dead blue roller. Hung limply With drooping wings to the bill. Miniature on vellum.
Albrecht DAorer (1471-1528); Upper German School
Die tote Blauracke
Die tote Blauracke. Mit schlaffhAangenden FlAogeln an dem Schnabel aufgehAangt. Miniaturzeichnung auf Pergament.
Handzeichnungen alter Meister aus der Albertina und anderen Sammlungen. Herausgegeben von Joseph SchAonbrunner und Dr. Joseph Meder. Wien, Gerlach & Schenk. Verlag fAor Kunst und Kunstgewerbe.); ePurix Verlag Volker Christen; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22693352
© Purix Verlag Volker Christen / Bridgeman Images
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The Dead Blue Roller
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by Albrecht Dürer captures a poignant moment frozen in time. This exquisite miniature on vellum depicts the lifeless body of a blue roller bird, hanging limply with its wings drooping down. The intricate details and delicate brushwork showcase Dürer's mastery as an artist. Dürer, a prominent figure of the Upper German School, was known for his meticulous attention to detail and ability to convey emotions through his artwork. In this piece, he evokes a sense of melancholy and fragility as we witness the beauty of nature succumbing to mortality. The dead blue roller becomes a symbol of transience and reminds us of our own mortality. Its vibrant blue feathers now muted, it hangs from its bill with grace and dignity. Through this depiction, Dürer invites us to reflect upon the fleeting nature of life and appreciate the fragile beauty that surrounds us. This print is part of a collection titled "Handzeichnungen alter Meister aus der Albertina und anderen Sammlungen" curated by Joseph Schönbrunner and Dr. Joseph Meder. It serves as a testament to Dürer's enduring legacy as one of history's greatest artists. Bridgeman Images presents this remarkable piece from their Fine Art Finder collection in collaboration with ePurix Verlag Volker Christen. As we gaze upon "The Dead Blue Roller" let us be reminded not only of death but also the profound artistry that can capture
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