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Of bostynge or hauynge confydence in fortune, illustration from Alexander Barclay s
XJF486415 Of bostynge or hauynge confydence in fortune, 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 fool in his burning house, as the hand of God appears from the sky to destroy the building with a mallet. Foolishness of having too much confidence in your fortune.); German, out of copyright
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1497 1509 Alexander Arrogance Arrogant Barclay Boasting Brandt Brandts Confidence Destroying Fool Foolish Foolishness Fools Fortune Hammer Jester Mallet Narrenschiff Punished Retribution Sebastian Sinner Translation Vice Vices Punishment
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18cm x 24.4cm (7.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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 a powerful illustration from Alexander Barclay's English translation of The Ship of Fools, published in 1874. The image is a facsimile of the original German woodcut from 1497 and depicts the theme "Of bostynge or hauynge confydence in fortune". In this scene, we witness a fool standing amidst his burning house, symbolizing the consequences of having excessive confidence in one's fortune. The hand of God emerges from the sky, holding a mallet poised to destroy the foolish man's abode. This striking visual serves as a reminder that arrogance and boasting can lead to downfall and retribution. As fire engulfs his home, it becomes evident that relying solely on luck or material wealth can have dire consequences. Barclay's translation of Sebastian Brandt's Das Narrenschiff (Ship of Fools) offers a satirical commentary on human vices and folly. This particular illustration emphasizes the dangers associated with placing unwavering trust in one's fortunes without considering their fragility. Through this thought-provoking artwork, we are reminded to approach life with humility and prudence rather than succumbing to overconfidence. It serves as an enduring warning against complacency and reminds us that true success lies not only in material possessions but also in wisdom and self-awareness.
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