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Witches destroying a house by fire - Swabia, 1533
Witches destroying a house by fire - Swabia, 1533. Woodcut from Francesco Maria Guazzo Compendium Maleficarum, Milan, 1608. (Colorised black and white print)
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Media ID 14994468
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Arson Colorised Colourised Eating Flame Flames Magic Occult Occultism Spell Supernatural Swabia Witch Witchcraft
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the dark and mysterious world of 16th-century Swabia, Germany. In this woodcut from Francesco Maria Guazzo's Compendium Maleficarum, we witness a chilling scene of witches unleashing their destructive powers upon a house engulfed in flames. The vivid colors added to this print bring an eerie intensity to the image. The setting is unmistakably medieval, with its rustic architecture and cobblestone streets. It serves as a haunting backdrop for the supernatural events unfolding before our eyes. These witches, shrouded in secrecy and wielding ancient spells, are engaged in an act of arson that defies comprehension. As we gaze at this print, we can't help but be drawn into the realm of witchcraft and occultism that permeated society during this time period. The fear and fascination surrounding these practices were deeply ingrained in the collective consciousness of people living through the Middle Ages. This image serves as a reminder of how beliefs in magic and sorcery shaped not only individual lives but also entire communities. It reflects both the power attributed to witches by some individuals as well as society's efforts to combat such perceived threats through laws against witchcraft. Through this colorised rendition, we are transported back centuries ago when superstition reigned supreme – a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with all things mystical and unexplained.
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