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XJF483410 Of Auaryce or Couetyse and prodygalyte, 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, two greedy fools enter a banquet, where the food is going to waste. Golde is your god, ryches gotten wrongfully, Ye dame your soule, and yet lyue in penury ); German, out of copyright
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1497 1509 Alexander Avarice Banquet Barclay Brandt Brandts Courtesy Covetousness Desire Fool Fools Frontispiece Greed Greedy Materialism Narrenschiff Riches Sebastian Translation Vice Vices Waste Wasteful Woodcut Wasting
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This print captures a powerful illustration from Alexander Barclay's English translation of "The Ship of Fools". Published in 1874, this engraving is a facsimile of the original German woodcut from 1497. The image depicts two greedy fools entering a banquet where food is being wasted, symbolizing the vices of avarice, courtesy, and prodigality. In this thought-provoking artwork, we witness the consequences of materialistic desires and greed. The fools are lured by their insatiable appetite for wealth and riches, worshipping gold as their god while living in penury. Their actions highlight the irony of seeking abundance but ultimately experiencing scarcity. Barclay's translation serves as a satirical commentary on medieval society's obsession with materialism and wastefulness. Through his poetic interpretation of Sebastian Brandt's work, he exposes the folly inherent in pursuing wealth at any cost. This image reminds us to reflect on our own values and priorities. It challenges us to question whether our pursuit of material possessions may lead us astray or leave us spiritually impoverished. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print, let it serve as a reminder to seek fulfillment beyond mere accumulation. May it inspire us to cultivate generosity instead of covetousness and find contentment in simplicity rather than excess.
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