Philosopher study light coming oil lamp man dark room
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Philosopher study light coming oil lamp man dark room
Philosopher in his study, At the light coming from an oil lamp, a man in a dark room is studying a book lying on the table in front of him. Behind the book is a magnifying glass and an open box filled with paper and an hourglass on the table, scholar in his study, magnifying glass, hourglass, Johannes Pieter de Frey, 1796, paper, etching, h 220 mm × w 167 mm
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Media ID 19547878
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1796 Book Front Hourglass Johannes Pieter De Frey Oil Lamp Philosopher Scholar Study Studying Table Dark Room Magnifying Glass
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this etching titled "Philosopher in his Study". Johannes Pieter de Frey transports us to a world of intellectual curiosity and solitude. The scene unfolds in a dimly lit room, where the only source of light emanates from an oil lamp placed on a table. Bathed in its warm glow, we find a man engrossed in deep contemplation. With furrowed brows and intense focus, the scholar is seen poring over a book that lies open before him. His thirst for knowledge is evident as he carefully examines each page with the aid of a magnifying glass, revealing his meticulous attention to detail. The table also holds other tools essential to his scholarly pursuits. An open box filled with paper suggests countless hours spent writing and reflecting upon profound ideas. Adjacent to it stands an hourglass, reminding us of the fleeting nature of time and urging our philosopher to make every moment count. De Frey's masterful etching captures not just the physical setting but also the essence of intellectual exploration itself. It invites viewers into this private sanctuary where one can immerse oneself fully in study and self-reflection. As we gaze at this remarkable print from Liszt Collection, we are reminded of the timeless pursuit of wisdom that transcends eras and cultures – an eternal quest undertaken by scholars throughout history who seek enlightenment through knowledge.
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