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Photo Mug : A hanged man, 1771/1783. Creator: Franz Xaver Messerschmidt
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A hanged man, 1771/1783. Creator: Franz Xaver Messerschmidt
A hanged man, 1771/1783
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1770s 1780s Alabaster Austrian Gallery Belvedere Belvedere Bust Death Mask Expression Expressive Eyes Closed Eyes Shut Facial Expression Franz Xaver Messerschmidt Hanging Killed Late Baroque Lips Messerschmidt Franz Xaver Neck Noose Pain Person Rope Furrowed Brow In Pain
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Add a thought-provoking touch to your morning routine with the Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the iconic artwork, "A Hanged Man" (1771/1783) by Franz Xaver Messerschmidt. This unique mug showcases the hauntingly intriguing image of the hanged man from the renowned series "The Passionate-Agonies" by Messerschmidt. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, vibrant colors to bring out the intricate details of this historical masterpiece. Start your day with a dose of art and conversation with this captivating Photo Mug from Media Storehouse.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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Franz Xaver Messerschmidt's haunting sculpture, titled "A Hanged Man" (1771/1783), captures the raw and intense emotion of death in the late Baroque era. Carved in alabaster, the grayish white stone with brownish spots, this expressive bust portrays a man in the moment before his demise. The man's eyes are closed, his lips pressed together in a furrowed brow, and his neck is encircled by a noose. The intricate details of the textured rope and the man's facial expression convey a sense of deep pain and suffering. This poignant work of art, created by the Austrian artist Franz Xaver Messerschmidt during the 1770s or 1780s, is a powerful reminder of the fragility of life and the inevitability of death. The sculpture's intense expression and lifelike details have captivated viewers for centuries, making it a significant piece of European heritage art. The "A Hanged Man" sculpture is now on display at the Belvedere Museum in Vienna, Austria, where it continues to evoke emotion and fascination from visitors. The sculpture's striking and expressive features make it a standout piece of the Baroque era, showcasing the depth and complexity of human emotion during this period. Despite the unsettling subject matter, Messerschmidt's "A Hanged Man" is a testament to the power of art to capture and convey the human experience, making it a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art and the human condition.
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