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Allegory of Time - Design for a pendant or hat badge, c. 1532-43 (pen & ink on paper)
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Allegory of Time - Design for a pendant or hat badge, c. 1532-43 (pen & ink on paper)
449174 Allegory of Time - Design for a pendant or hat badge, c.1532-43 (pen & ink on paper) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543); 5.5x5.5 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections, Chatsworth; Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22667876
© Reproduced by permission of Chatsworth Settlement Trustees / Bridgeman Images
Badge Badges Chime Chimes Circular Clock Clocks Designs Inscriptions Patience Pendant Pendants Round Scroll Scrolls Time Waiting Allegorical
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This print showcases Holbein the Younger's "Allegory of Time - Design for a pendant or hat badge" created between 1532 and 1543. Measuring at just 5.5x5.5 cm, this intricate pen and ink drawing is part of The Devonshire Collections at Chatsworth. The design features a circular composition with various symbolic elements representing the concept of time. At the center, a clock serves as the focal point, surrounded by figures and inscriptions that allude to patience and waiting. The inclusion of chimes adds an auditory dimension to this allegorical representation. The attention to detail in this piece is remarkable; every scroll, figure, and inscription has been meticulously crafted by Holbein's skilled hand. The round shape of the design suggests its intended use as either a pendant or hat badge. One particularly intriguing element is the inscription "aspetto la hora" which translates to "I await the hour" in Italian. This phrase further emphasizes the theme of anticipation and reminds viewers that time waits for no one. Holbein's mastery shines through in this drawing, showcasing his ability to convey complex ideas through visual symbolism. This print allows us to appreciate his artistry while also providing insight into Renaissance concepts surrounding time and its passage. Reproduced with permission from Chatsworth Settlement Trustees via Bridgeman Images, this image invites us into Holbein's world where we can contemplate our own relationship with time and reflect on
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