Rich Man Deathbed Parable Lazarus 1554 Engraving

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Rich Man Deathbed Parable Lazarus 1554 Engraving

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109 Cm 1502–1555 1561 1554 3 1 8 4 5 16 Center Chest Coffin Deathbed Doorway Far Right Foot Goods Heinrich Aldegrever Lazarus Left Foreground Paderborn Ca Parable Rich Rich Man Soest Street

EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving from 1554, titled "Rich Man Deathbed Parable Lazarus" by Heinrich Aldegrever, transports us to a scene of profound symbolism and moral contemplation. The print measures approximately 3 1/8 x 4 5/16 inches (109 cm) and showcases the artist's exceptional attention to detail. In the center of the composition lies a rich man on his deathbed, surrounded by his mourning family. Their expressions reveal a mix of sorrow and apprehension as they witness their patriarch's final moments. On the far right, we catch a glimpse of an open doorway leading to a bustling street, where a solemn procession carries a coffin. However, it is in the left foreground that our attention is truly captured. Here we see the devil himself taking hold of the rich man's earthly possessions – symbolized by an ornate chest at his feet. This powerful visual representation reminds us of Jesus' parable about Lazarus and the rich man: while Lazarus finds solace in heaven after enduring suffering on Earth, the wealthy man faces eternal damnation due to his selfishness and lack of compassion. Aldegrever's masterful technique brings this narrative to life with intricate details and nuanced emotions depicted throughout. This thought-provoking artwork serves as both a cautionary tale about materialism and an invitation for introspection on our own values and actions.

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