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A man kneeling and placing a laurel branch upon a pile of burning books, ca. 1515-27
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A man kneeling and placing a laurel branch upon a pile of burning books, ca. 1515-27
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Books Branch Burning Cecchino Del Salviati De Rossi De Rossi Francesco Dente Dente Marco Flame Flames Francesco Francesco De Francesco De Rossi Francesco De Rossi Salviati Francesco Salviati Il Salviati Laurel Marco Marco Dente Marco Dente Da Ravenna Rossi Rossi Francesco De Salviati Salviati Francesco Salviati Francesco De Rossi
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In this print by Marco Dente, we are transported back to the Renaissance era. The image depicts a man kneeling before a pile of burning books, his face illuminated by the flickering flames. With great reverence, he delicately places a laurel branch upon the pyre. The symbolism in this scene is profound. The burning books represent knowledge being destroyed, perhaps as an act of censorship or suppression. Yet, amidst this destruction, the laurel branch signifies victory and honor - a testament to resilience and the enduring power of literature. The artist's meticulous engraving technique brings every detail to life: from the intricate folds of the man's clothing to each individual flame dancing in the fire. It is clear that Dente has masterfully captured both human emotion and natural elements in this piece. This artwork invites us to reflect on our own relationship with knowledge and its preservation. It serves as a reminder that even in times of adversity or ignorance, there will always be those who strive to protect and celebrate literature's invaluable contributions to society. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, this print stands as a testament not only to Marco Dente's artistic prowess but also as an important historical artifact from Italy during the 16th century Renaissance period.
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