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Johan van Barneveld decapitated, 1619, Jan Luyken, Pieter van der Aa (I), 1698
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Johan van Barneveld decapitated, 1619, Jan Luyken, Pieter van der Aa (I), 1698
Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy
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1698 Beheading Death Decapitated Jan Luyken Johan Pieter Van Der Aa Violent Barneveld
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In this haunting print titled "Johan van Barneveld decapitated, 1619" captured by Quint Lox from the Liszt Collection, we are confronted with a chilling depiction of violence and death. The image portrays a historical event that took place in 17th century Netherlands, where Johan van Barneveld met his tragic fate through beheading. The composition is attributed to Jan Luyken and Pieter van der Aa (I), who collaborated in 1698 to immortalize this gruesome moment. Their artistic skills bring forth the raw emotions surrounding such an act of brutality. The attention to detail is remarkable as every stroke conveys the horror and shock experienced by both the victim and witnesses. The photograph's monochrome tones enhance its somber atmosphere, emphasizing the gravity of this macabre scene. It serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's capacity for violence throughout history. As viewers, we cannot help but feel a sense of unease when faced with such explicit imagery. Quint Lox's choice to capture this particular artwork highlights their dedication to preserving historical events through visual storytelling. By presenting us with this print, they invite us to reflect on our own mortality and question the depths humans can sink into during moments of extreme conflict. This photograph print from the Liszt Collection serves as a poignant reminder that history has witnessed countless acts of violence and serves as an important testament against forgetting these dark chapters in our collective past.
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