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Metal Print : Witchcraft: autodafe of 400 witches and wizards in Toulouse, 1577 Engraving from "Les mysteres de science" by Louis Figuier 1887 Collection privee
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Witchcraft: autodafe of 400 witches and wizards in Toulouse, 1577 Engraving from "Les mysteres de science" by Louis Figuier 1887 Collection privee
ELD4842700 Witchcraft: autodafe of 400 witches and wizards in Toulouse, 1577 Engraving from "Les mysteres de science" by Louis Figuier 1887 Collection privee by Poirson, Victor-Armand (1858-93); (add.info.: Witchcraft: autodafe of 400 witches and wizards in Toulouse, 1577 Engraving from "Les mysteres de science" by Louis Figuier 1887 Collection privee); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
Media ID 28382416
© The Holbarn Archive / Bridgeman Images
Black Magic Bucher Haute Garonne 31 Inquisition Occult Science Occultism Parascience Sentenced To Death Spiritualism Witchcraft Isadora
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step into the past with our captivating Metal Print of the Witchcraft Autodafe in Toulouse, 1577. This intriguing engraving, taken from "Les mysteres de science" by Louis Figuier 1887, presents a chilling depiction of the infamous mass burning of 400 witches and wizards. The vintage charm of this rare image comes alive when displayed as a Metal Print, adding a touch of history and mystery to any space. Bring this piece of the past into your modern world and ignite the conversation with this unique work of art.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a significant historical event that unfolded in Toulouse, France, during the year 1577. The engraving, taken from Louis Figuier's renowned work "Les mysteres de science" published in 1887, depicts the autodafe of 400 witches and wizards. This haunting image showcases the dark reality faced by those accused of practicing witchcraft during this tumultuous period. The scene portrays an intense atmosphere as individuals are gathered around a towering bonfire known as a bucher. Isadora, one of the accused witches, stands at the center with her fellow practitioners who have all been sentenced to death by the Inquisition. The engraving serves as a chilling reminder of how superstition and fear can lead to mass hysteria and persecution. Intriguingly, this image also sheds light on society's fascination with occult sciences during the 16th century. It highlights both black magic and parascience practices that were prevalent at that time. As we gaze upon this historic moment frozen in time, it is impossible not to be captivated by its significance within our collective human history. This remarkable photograph print is part of a private collection curated by Victor-Armand Poirson (1858-93). Its inclusion in Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate and reflect upon an era when belief systems clashed amidst complex social dynamics.
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