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XEE4136031 Allegory of continence, heroic virtue represented as a warrior with a helmet and a spear turned towards the earth. She avoids fighting passions (represented by love) and defends herself from their atraits to preserve her chastete. Engraving in " Iconologie oder Ideen aus dem Gebiete der Leidenschaften und Allegorien bildich dargestellt fur Zeichner, Mahler, Dichter, Gelehrte, Erzieher und freunde Hoherer Geschmacksbildung" (Iconologie ou idees de la sphere des passions et des allegories...), Vienna 1801. Book containing 225 illustrations. Private collection. by Austrian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allegory of continence, heroic virtue represented as a warrior with a helmet and a spear turned towards the earth. She avoids fighting passions (represented by love) and defends herself from their atraits to preserve her chastete. Engraving in " Iconologie oder Ideen aus dem Gebiete der Leidenschaften und Allegorien bildich dargestellt fur Zeichner, Mahler, Dichter, Gelehrte, Erzieher und freunde Hoherer Geschmacksbildung" (Iconologie ou idees de la sphere des passions et des allegories...), Vienna 1801. Book containing 225 illustrations. Private collection.); Stefano Bianchetti; Austrian, out of copyright
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This print showcases the "Allegory of Continence" a powerful representation of heroic virtue depicted as a warrior adorned with a helmet and holding a spear. The figure is turned towards the earth, symbolizing her avoidance of engaging in battles against passions, particularly represented by love. With unwavering determination, she defends herself from their enticing allurements to preserve her chastity. Engraved within the pages of "Iconologie oder Ideen aus dem Gebiete der Leidenschaften und Allegorien bildich dargestellt fur Zeichner, Mahler, Dichter, Gelehrte, Erzieher und freunde Hoherer Geschmacksbildung" (Iconology or Ideas from the Sphere of Passions and Allegories Depicted Visually for Draftsmen, Painters, Poets, Scholars, Educators and Friends of Higher Taste), this artwork originates from Vienna in 1801. This remarkable book comprises an impressive collection of 225 illustrations that delve into various aspects of human emotions and symbolic representations. Housed within a private collection today but originally created by an Austrian School artist during the 19th century named Stefano Bianchetti; this engraving serves as both an aesthetic masterpiece and a profound reflection on moral strength. Its timeless message resonates with individuals seeking to navigate life's temptations while upholding their principles. Through its intricate details and evocative imagery captured in this print reproduction by Fine Art Finder© , viewers are invited to contemplate the significance of continence as they witness this allegorical embodiment standing firm against passion's seductive advances.
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