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HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Avaricious are put into cauldrons of boiling oil as
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HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Avaricious are put into cauldrons of boiling oil as
HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS.
The Avaricious are put into cauldrons of boiling oil as infernal punishment for one of the Seven Deadly Sins. French colored woodcut, 1496
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1496 Allegory Breast Cauldron Christianity Corpse Damned Death Evil Greed Hell Judaism Nude Personification Punishment Satan Seven Seven Deadly Sins Sinner
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This print titled "HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS" takes us back to the medieval era, where religious beliefs and moral teachings were deeply ingrained in society. The image portrays one of the most feared punishments for indulging in avarice, one of the Seven Deadly Sins. In this French colored woodcut from 1496, we witness an infernal scene of torment and suffering. A group of sinners who succumbed to their insatiable greed are depicted being immersed into cauldrons filled with scorching boiling oil. Their agonized expressions and contorted bodies reveal the excruciating pain they endure as a consequence of their actions. The artist skillfully personifies evil through Satan himself, overseeing this macabre punishment with delight. Surrounding him are other symbols associated with damnation - corpses strewn about, representing lives wasted by excessive desire for material wealth. This artwork not only serves as a reminder of the consequences that await those who prioritize earthly possessions over spiritual growth but also reflects the prevailing Christian values during that time period. It is a stark visual representation meant to caution individuals against falling prey to greed's allure. Through its intricate details and vivid colors, this woodcut transports us back in time while provoking contemplation on our own relationship with materialism and its potential impact on our souls.
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