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Two Children Playing with a Ball, 1500-1546. Creator: Peter Flotner
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Two Children Playing with a Ball, 1500-1546. Creator: Peter Flotner
Two Children Playing with a Ball, 1500-1546
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Aiming Ball Bodycolour Brush And Brown Wash Childhood Game Heightened With White Bodycolour Pen And Brown Ink Peter Flötner Rivalry Skittles Nakedness Nudity Pastime Pen And Ink Drawing Peter Fletner
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In this 16th-century print by Peter Flotner, we are transported back in time to witness a timeless scene of childhood joy and camaraderie. Titled "Two Children Playing with a Ball" the artwork beautifully captures the essence of youthful innocence and playfulness. The image depicts two children, a boy and a girl, engaged in an animated game of ball. Their faces radiate excitement as they aim their throws with utmost concentration. The artist's meticulous use of pen and brown ink, brush and brown wash, heightened with white bodycolor brings out every intricate detail of their expressions and gestures. Flotner's Renaissance masterpiece not only showcases the skillful technique but also evokes emotions through its portrayal of childhood rivalry turned into pure delight. The nakedness of the figures symbolizes their vulnerability yet emphasizes their freedom from societal constraints. Displayed at the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art, this artwork serves as a testament to Flotner's artistic prowess and his ability to capture fleeting moments that transcend time. It invites viewers to reflect on the universal nature of play, reminding us all that regardless of our era or background, there is something inherently joyful about engaging in simple games. "Two Children Playing with a Ball" stands as an enduring reminder that amidst life's complexities, it is often in these moments of carefree play where true happiness resides – forever immortalized by Flotner's masterful strokes on paper.
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