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Old woman (witch or fairy) spinning. Woodcut attributed to Holbein from Boethius
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Old woman (witch or fairy) spinning. Woodcut attributed to Holbein from Boethius
Old woman (witch or fairy) spinning. Woodcut attributed to Holbein from Boethius De consolatione philosophiae 1547
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1547 Attributed Fairy Holbein Occult Spinning Textiles Witch Witchcraft Woodcut Boethius Philosophiae
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This woodcut print, attributed to the renowned artist Holbein, transports us back in time to a world of enchantment and mystery. The image depicts an old woman engrossed in the ancient art of spinning, her weathered hands skillfully manipulating the fibers with an almost supernatural grace. Is she a witch or a fairy? The answer lies within our imagination. Her gnarled features and tattered attire suggest a life lived on the fringes of society, perhaps as an outcast or even as someone possessing otherworldly powers. Yet there is also an undeniable elegance about her, as if she holds secrets that only those who truly believe can unlock. Her presence evokes both fear and fascination simultaneously. The intricate details captured by this woodcut reveal not just the physical act of spinning but also hint at something deeper - weaving together threads of destiny and magic. It is said that textiles hold stories within their very fabric; could this old woman be unraveling tales from long-forgotten times? Attributed to Boethius' "De consolatione philosophiae" published in 1547, this artwork serves as a visual portal into a realm where witches and fairies coexist amidst spells whispered under moonlit skies. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print from Universal Images Group (UIG), let us allow ourselves to be transported into the realms beyond our own understanding – where legends come alive through ink on paper.
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