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Flayed, or The Skeleton, detail (stone)
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Flayed, or The Skeleton, detail (stone)
CLG279660 Flayed, or The Skeleton, detail (stone) by Richier, Ligier (c.1500-67); Etain, France; (add.info.: Le Transi; erected to the memory of Rene de Chalon, prince d Orange, killed at the siege od St. Dizier in 1544 at the age of 25; squelette; ecorche; cadavre; ); © Clement Guillaume. All rights reserved 2022
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© Clement Guillaume. All rights reserved 2022 / Bridgeman Images
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This hauntingly captivating print captures the intricate details of "Flayed, or The Skeleton" a stone sculpture by Ligier Richier. Located in Etain, France, this statue is also known as "Le Transi" and was erected in memory of Rene de Chalon, prince d Orange. Rene tragically lost his life at the age of 25 during the siege of St. Dizier in 1544. The image focuses on a particular detail - the skeleton's head - which adds to its dramatic impact. The decomposing corpse depicted here evokes both fascination and unease, with its exposed skull revealing a sense of mortality and fragility. Richier's work showcases her mastery in capturing human anatomy with remarkable precision even amidst such macabre subject matter. This Renaissance-era sculpture serves as a testament to her skillful craftsmanship and ability to evoke emotions through art. The photograph itself is expertly composed by Clement Guillaume, who has managed to capture every intricate line and texture present on the stone surface. His lens brings out the gruesome beauty hidden within this piece while maintaining an air of reverence for its historical significance. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print, we are reminded of our own mortality and reflect upon the fleeting nature of life itself. It stands as a tribute to heroism and martyrdom while simultaneously serving as a memento mori that challenges us to contemplate our own existence.
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