Personification of painting on a pedestal, Arnold Houbraken, Nicolaes de Vries, 1688

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Personification of painting on a pedestal, Arnold Houbraken, Nicolaes de Vries, 1688

Personification of painting on a pedestal, Arnold Houbraken, Nicolaes de Vries, 1688 - 1700

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Abstract Allegories Amores Amoretti Arnold Houbraken Cherubs Cloth Cupids Depicts Donkey Ears Emblems Envy Female Figure Invidia Lines Mouth Pedestal Personification Personified Pictura Putti Reason Represents Seven Deadly Sins Speak Symbolic Tied What Work Ignorance Ragione Taunted

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This print captures the essence of artistic expression through personification. Created by Arnold Houbraken and Nicolaes de Vries in 1688, this piece titled "Personification of painting on a pedestal" is a symbolic representation of various allegories and emblems associated with the world of art. At its core, the image portrays an abstract female figure standing on a pedestal, representing painting itself. The cloth tied around her mouth suggests that painting speaks for itself, while the donkey ears depict how it is often blindly taunted by ignorance and envy. Surrounding this central figure are six cherubs or cupids known as amores or amoretti. Each cherub holds a line connected to a cloth tied around their own head, symbolizing different aspects related to painting such as reason and ignorance. The overall composition serves as an exploration into the complexities of art and its reception in society. It highlights both the admiration bestowed upon paintings as well as the challenges they face from those who fail to understand their true value. This remarkable print showcases Houbraken's and De Vries' mastery in capturing intricate details within their work. As part of the Liszt Collection, it stands out among other prints from this period due to its thought-provoking subject matter and skillful execution. Quint Lox has expertly curated this piece for all art enthusiasts to appreciate its historical significance and profound message about artistic perception.

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