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An aged man standing on the brink of a grave (engraving)
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An aged man standing on the brink of a grave (engraving)
979832 An aged man standing on the brink of a grave (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An aged man standing on the brink of a grave, with an elderly man standing with a walking stick at the edge of an open grave, a shovel leaning against a tree stump on the far side of the grave. Engraved by John Barlow. Published in Essays on physiognomy, by Johann Kaspar Lavater.); Look and Learn / Bernard Platman Antiquarian Collection
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In this engraving from the 18th century, we are transported to a solemn scene where an aged man stands on the brink of a grave. The image portrays the fragility and vulnerability that comes with old age, as well as the contemplation of mortality that often accompanies it. The elderly man is depicted standing at the edge of an open grave, his weathered face reflecting years of wisdom and experience. Leaning on a walking stick for support, he gazes into the abyss before him, perhaps pondering life's transience and his own impending journey into eternity. A shovel leans against a tree stump nearby, symbolizing both physical labor and the inevitability of death. This poignant detail serves as a reminder that no matter our station in life or accomplishments achieved, we all eventually return to dust. Engraved by John Barlow and published in Johann Kaspar Lavater's Essays on physiognomy, this artwork captures not only individual aging but also reflects broader societal attitudes towards mortality during that era. It invites us to reflect upon our own existence and consider how we choose to spend our precious time here on Earth. This thought-provoking print transports us back in time while reminding us of timeless truths about human existence – namely, that life is fleeting and should be cherished every step along its path.
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