TRIAL OF A HERETIC. Engraving after a woodcut from Praxis Criminis Persequendi, published in Paris by Johannes Millaeus, 1541
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TRIAL OF A HERETIC. Engraving after a woodcut from Praxis Criminis Persequendi, published in Paris by Johannes Millaeus, 1541
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Media ID 7550601
1541 Bound Court Crime Criminal Cruelty Hanging Heretic Jean Johan Prisoner Punishment Rack Spanish Inquisition Tied Up Trial Victim Violence Wood Cut Heresy
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Trial of a Heretic" takes us back to the medieval times, specifically to the year 1541. The engraving, originally a woodcut from Praxis Criminis Persequendi and published in Paris by Johannes Millaeus, depicts a scene of utmost cruelty and violence. In this haunting image, we witness a court trial where justice seems twisted and merciless. A bound prisoner stands before his accusers, surrounded by men who represent the epitome of authority during that era. The victim's fate hangs in the balance as he faces charges of heresy - an offense deemed severe enough to warrant such punishment. The atmosphere is heavy with tension as onlookers observe this macabre spectacle unfold. One cannot help but feel a sense of dread for the prisoner whose life now rests upon the decision made within these walls. The details captured in this engraving are both fascinating and disturbing. From the intricate depiction of medieval attire to the presence of instruments like racks used for torture, every element serves as a reminder of humanity's capacity for cruelty. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, it serves as a stark reminder that justice has not always been fair or justifiable throughout history. It prompts us to reflect on how far society has come since those dark days while also reminding us never to forget our past transgressions against one another.
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