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Alms-giving: a woman with pearl headdress and halo hands bread to two male beggars
Alms-giving: a woman with pearl headdress and halo hands bread to two male beggars, one bearded and the other a child, a portal showing a maidservant in a domestic interior beyond, from the series Christian Virtues after Maerten de Vos, 1589
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Alms Alms Giving Beggar Beggars Begging Bread Charity Coin Coinage Currency De Vos De Vos Maerten Doorway Father Fatherhood Giving Halo Maerten Maerten De Vos Mannerism Mannerist Martin De Martin De Vos Purse Raphael Raphael Sadeler Sadeler Sadeler Raphael Virtue Vos Martin De Wealth Christian Virtues Netherlandish
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Experience the timeless beauty of Raphael Sadeler's Alms-giving masterpiece with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This exquisite 17th-century engraving depicts a woman in a pearl headdress and halo, extending her generosity to two humble beggars - one bearded and the other a child. The intricate details of Sadeler's artistry are brought to life through our premium metal print process, creating a stunning, vibrant, and durable piece of art for your home or office. The image also includes a captivating portal, revealing a glimpse into a domestic interior. Elevate your space with this inspiring and intricately detailed work of art, now available as a Metal Print from Media Storehouse.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print titled "Alms-giving" we are transported back to the 16th century, immersing ourselves in a scene of profound compassion and generosity. The image showcases a woman adorned with a pearl headdress and halo, symbolizing her virtuous nature. With grace and humility, she extends bread to two male beggars standing before her. The contrast between the woman's opulent attire and the destitution of the beggars creates a powerful visual narrative about wealth disparity during that era. Through her act of alms-giving, she exemplifies Christian virtues by embodying charity, kindness, and empathy towards those less fortunate. Beyond the portal lies an intimate domestic interior where a maidservant is glimpsed, perhaps emphasizing how acts of giving extend beyond grand gestures into everyday life. This engraving by Raphael Sadeler masterfully captures not only the physical details but also the emotional depth within each character's expression. The composition beautifully portrays themes of poverty, religion, family dynamics, and societal responsibility. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in times long past, these issues were prevalent and required attention. As we contemplate this artwork from Heritage Images' collection at The Met Museum today, it prompts us to reflect on our own capacity for compassion in an ever-changing world.
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