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Of the vayne cure of Astronomy, illustration from Alexander Barclays English
XJF486455 Of the vayne cure of Astronomy, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Barclay (c.1476-1552) Scottish born English poet, translated Sebastian Brandts (1457-1521) Das Narrenschiff, as The Ship of Fools in 1509. Image is a facsimile of the original German woodcut of 1497 and shows a fool predicting the future of another man simply by looking at the stars. Foolishness of trying to predict the future.); German, out of copyright
Media ID 12913613
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1497 1509 Alexander Astrology Barclay Brandt Brandts Cure Foolish Foolishness Fools Future Gazing Jester Narrenschiff Predicting Prediction Sebastian Star Stars Translation Vain Vice Vices
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Adorn your walls with a captivating work of historical art with our Framed Prints featuring "Of the Vain Cure of Astronomy" by Alexander Barclays English, from Bridgeman Art Library. This enchanting illustration, part of The Ship of Fools series, showcases intricate details and vibrant colors, transporting you back in time. Each print is meticulously framed to perfection, adding an elegant touch to any room in your home or office. Bring a touch of timeless beauty and historical depth to your space with our Framed Prints.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.1cm x 24.4cm (7.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures an illustration from Alexander Barclay's English translation of "The Ship of Fools" published in 1874. The image, a facsimile of the original German woodcut from 1497, showcases the foolishness and futility of attempting to predict the future through astrology. In this scene, a jester is seen gazing at the stars, seemingly predicting another man's fate based solely on their alignment. Barclay, a Scottish-born English poet, translated Sebastian Brandt's renowned work "Das Narrenschiff" into English as "The Ship of Fools" in 1509. This satirical piece explores various vices and serves as a critique on society's follies. The engraving beautifully depicts the theme of vanity in seeking answers through astronomy and astrology. It reminds us that relying solely on celestial bodies for predictions is nothing more than foolishness. The jester symbolizes both amusement and folly while highlighting humanity's desire to uncover what lies ahead. As we gaze upon this artwork, we are reminded that true wisdom lies not in trying to predict our destinies but rather in embracing uncertainty with open minds and hearts.
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