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Men Shoveling Chairs (Scupstoel), 1444-50 (pen, ink and chalk)
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Men Shoveling Chairs (Scupstoel), 1444-50 (pen, ink and chalk)
3746316 Men Shoveling Chairs (Scupstoel), 1444-50 (pen, ink and chalk)
by Weyden, Rogier van der (1399-1464) (workshop of); 30x42.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: Circle of Rogier van der Weyden, possibly Vranke van der Stockt (Netherlandish c.1420-95)
Pen and brown ink over traces of black chalk.
Design for one of three capitals carved for Brussels town hall, a pun on the word scupstoel " shovel chair", a contraption on which felons were raised above water and then dropped in. ); Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 23620912
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Brussels Capital Ducking Flanders Humiliation Netherlandish Public Shovel Stool Town Hall Van Der Weyden Workshop Belgians Belgium Belgian Benelux Countries Northern Renaissance Punishment
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This print showcases the artwork "Men Shoveling Chairs (Scupstoel), 1444-50" by Rogier van der Weyden, a renowned Netherlandish artist from the 15th century. The image depicts a detailed pen and ink drawing of three men shoveling chairs, with intricate patterns and designs adorning their bodies. This fascinating piece is believed to be a design for one of three capitals carved for Brussels town hall. The composition holds deeper symbolism as it represents a pun on the word "scupstoel" which refers to a contraption used in medieval times to humiliate felons. These individuals would be raised above water on shovel-like chairs before being dropped in, serving as public punishment for their crimes. The meticulous craftsmanship exhibited in this drawing reflects the artistic mastery of van der Weyden's workshop or possibly Vranke van der Stockt. The attention to detail and precision in capturing every line and curve make this artwork truly remarkable. Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this print invites viewers into an exploration of Flemish art during the Northern Renaissance period. It offers insight into societal norms, crime and punishment practices, as well as architectural designs prevalent during that era. As we admire this piece today, we are transported back to the Middle Ages when such scenes were not only works of art but also reflections of daily life and cultural values.
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