Satire Celibacy monk nun love wicker basket straw
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Satire Celibacy monk nun love wicker basket straw
Satire on Celibacy, Satire on Celibacy. A monk and a nun make love on a wicker basket with straw in a tent by the light of a candle. The pope is watching the couple with a lantern. The lovemaking couple breeds on a nest of eggs from which monks crawl. anonymous, Germany (possibly), c. 1600 - c. 1649, panel, oil paint (paint), h 29.7 cm × w 41.5 cm
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Media ID 19557678
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1600 1649 Candle Couple Eggs Lantern Light Love Monk Nest Pope Satire Straw Tent Watching Celibacy Oil Paint Wicker Basket
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This intriguing and controversial print from the Liszt Collection captures a satirical scene that challenges the concept of celibacy within religious orders. Dating back to the 17th century, this anonymous artwork, possibly originating in Germany, depicts a monk and a nun engaging in an act of love inside a tent illuminated by the gentle glow of a candle. What makes this image even more provocative is the presence of the pope himself, observing this forbidden union with curiosity through his lantern's light. The couple engages in their passionate encounter atop a wicker basket filled with straw while surrounded by an assortment of eggs nestled beneath them. As if mocking the vows they have taken, these eggs symbolize fertility and life. From within their fragile shells emerge monks who crawl forth into existence. This surreal imagery adds another layer to the satire as it suggests that even amidst strict celibacy rules, desire finds its way to manifest itself. The artist behind this piece remains unknown but has left us with an enduring visual commentary on human nature and societal norms. It serves as both a critique and celebration of love's power over restrictions imposed by religion. While not intended for commercial use or endorsement by any company, this photograph print invites viewers to ponder upon centuries-old debates surrounding celibacy, love's resilience against constraints, and how art can challenge established beliefs.
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