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"Allegorie de la Vanite"("Allegory of Vanity"
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"Allegorie de la Vanite"("Allegory of Vanity"
FIA5394371 " Allegorie de la Vanite" (" Allegory of Vanity" ) Detail de vanites et d une bougie eteinte - Peinture d Antonio de Pereda y Salgado (1611-1678) 1634 Dim 139, 5x174 cm Vienne, Kunsthistorisches Museum by Pereda y Salgado, Antonio (1611-78); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Photo eFine Art Images; Spanish, out of copyright
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Candle Candlestick Clock Coin Globe Of The Earth Hourglass Medal Pearl Pendulum Skull Skulls Vanity Jewel
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This print titled "Allegorie de la Vanite" (or "Allegory of Vanity") transports us to the world of 17th-century Spain, where artist Antonio de Pereda y Salgado masterfully captures the essence of vanity and worldly possessions. The intricate details in this painting come to life as we explore a scene filled with symbolic objects that speak volumes about human desires. In this particular detail, our attention is drawn to a collection of vanities surrounding an extinguished candle. A skull, book, pendulum clock, globe of the earth, gun, hourglass, armour, coin, money, medal, jewel necklace and pearl all lay scattered amidst these vanities. Each object represents different facets of wealth and materialism. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth to the composition while emphasizing the transient nature of earthly pursuits. Through this allegorical representation, Pereda y Salgado reminds us that no matter how much wealth or power one accumulates during their lifetime; it will eventually fade away like an extinguished candle. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing artwork captured by eFine Art Images from Bridgeman Images' collection at Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna Austria; we are reminded to reflect on our own values and priorities in life. Are we chasing after fleeting pleasures or seeking something more meaningful? This thought-provoking image serves as a timeless reminder for us all.
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