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Of the great myght and power of folys, illustration from Alexander Barclay s
XJF486454 Of the great myght and power of folys, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander Barclay (c.1476-1552) Scottish born English poet, translated Sebastian Brandts (1457-1521) Das Narrenschiff, as The Ship of Fools in 1509. Image is a facsimile of the original German woodcut of 1497 and shows a king seated in a tent surrounded by his courtiers. The foolishness of the powerful and mighty.); German, out of copyright
Media ID 12913625
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1497 1509 Alexander Barclay Brandt Brandts Courtier Courtiers Folys Fool Foolish Foolishness Fools Mighty Narrenschiff Power Powerful Sebastian Sinner Translation Vice Vices
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Transform your space into a captivating gallery with Media Storehouse's Poster Prints featuring 'Of the great myght and power of folys' by the German School, as showcased in Alexander Barclay's English translation of The Ship of Fools, published in 1874. This engraving, available through Bridgeman Art Online, offers a mesmerizing illustration of the great allure and power of folly. Bring the timeless beauty of this Fine Art Finder masterpiece into your home or office and elevate your décor with the rich history and intrigue of this iconic work.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 56.6cm (16.5" x 22.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures the essence of Alexander Barclay's renowned work, "The Ship of Fools" translated into English in 1509. The image is a facsimile of an original German woodcut from 1497 and depicts the theme of folly and foolishness among the powerful and mighty. In this illustration, we see a king seated within his opulent tent, surrounded by his courtiers. The scene symbolizes the inherent absurdity that often accompanies positions of authority. It serves as a satirical commentary on the vices and follies prevalent among those in power during medieval times. The intricate details showcased in this engraving highlight both the grandeur and idiocy intertwined within royal courts. As viewers gaze upon this artwork, they are transported back to a time when kings were not exempt from displaying their own foolishness. Alexander Barclay's translation of Sebastian Brandt's "Das Narrenschiff" sheds light on societal flaws through its witty narrative. This particular image emphasizes how even those with great might and power can succumb to folly. As we contemplate this thought-provoking piece, it reminds us that wisdom does not always accompany authority or wealth. Instead, it encourages us to question our own actions and reflect upon whether true power lies in knowledge or simply in illusionary displays of might.
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