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Vanitas Still Life, c. 1685-88 (mezzotint with burin work)

Vanitas Still Life, c. 1685-88 (mezzotint with burin work)


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Vanitas Still Life, c. 1685-88 (mezzotint with burin work)

877306 Vanitas Still Life, c.1685-88 (mezzotint with burin work) by Robinson, Robert (fl.1674-1706); 29.1x21.5 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA; British, out of copyright

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Bubble Bubbles Candle Candlestick Memento Mori Printmaking Scallop Seashell Shell Skull Vanitas Vanity Allegorical Brevity


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This print showcases the mesmerizing "Vanitas Still Life" created by Robert Robinson in the late 17th century. Measuring 29.1x21.5 cm, this mezzotint with burin work is housed at the prestigious Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute in Williamstown, Massachusetts. The image portrays a richly symbolic composition that epitomizes the essence of vanitas still life paintings from the Baroque era. A variety of elements are meticulously arranged to convey profound messages about mortality and the transient nature of life. At its center lies a beautifully detailed seashell, symbolizing both beauty and fragility. Adjacent to it rests an open book, representing knowledge and intellectual pursuits that ultimately succumb to time's passage. A flickering candlestick reminds us of our limited time on earth while a skull serves as a stark reminder of our inevitable fate. Delicate flowers bloom momentarily beside ephemeral bubbles floating above them, capturing fleeting moments that quickly fade away. The intricate metalwork adds depth and texture to this allegorical scene, inviting viewers to contemplate their own mortality. Robinson's masterful execution brings together these diverse elements into a harmonious whole, creating an evocative memento mori that urges reflection on life's transience and vanity. This remarkable print captures not only Robinson's artistic prowess but also invites us into a world where beauty intertwines with death—a timeless reminder for generations to come.

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