Of glotons and dronkardes, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation

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Of glotons and dronkardes, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation

XJF486408 Of glotons and dronkardes, 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 group of glutinous and drunken fools. ); German, out of copyright

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1497 1509 Alexander Barclay Brandt Brandts Celebrating Drunk Drunkards Drunken Feasting Fool Foolish Foolishness Fools Gluttony Greed Greedy Jester Jesters Narrenschiff Revellers Revelling Sebastian Sinners Translation Vice Vices Glutinous Gluttons

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This print captures a vivid illustration from Alexander Barclay's English translation of "The Ship of Fools" published in 1874. The image, originally an engraving by the German School in the 15th century, depicts a scene filled with gluttonous and drunken fools. Barclay, a Scottish-born English poet, translated Sebastian Brandt's renowned work "Das Narrenschiff" into English as "The Ship of Fools" in 1509. This particular image is a facsimile of the original German woodcut from 1497 and serves as a powerful satire on vices such as gluttony and greed. In this artwork, we witness a group of revelers indulging themselves to excess. Their glutinous behavior is evident through their insatiable feasting and excessive drinking habits. These foolish sinners are depicted wearing jester costumes, symbolizing their foolishness and lack of self-control. The illustration serves as both entertainment and social commentary on human folly during the late medieval period. It reminds us that even though centuries have passed since its creation, human weaknesses remain unchanged. This remarkable piece invites viewers to reflect upon our own tendencies towards excesses and urges us to question whether we too may be guilty of similar behaviors at times. Through its intricate details and vibrant depiction, this artwork continues to captivate audiences with its timeless message about the consequences of unrestrained desires.

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