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Detail of Tempus, from Historia - Tempus - Legenda, 1897 (oil on panel)
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Detail of Tempus, from Historia - Tempus - Legenda, 1897 (oil on panel)
490071 Detail of Tempus, from Historia - Tempus - Legenda, 1897 (oil on panel) by Hove, Edmond Theodor van (1853-1913); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: See also 490070.); © Art in Flanders
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Allegoric Elderly Man Old Age Old Couple Old Person Old Woman Personification Senior Adult Time Wrinkled Wrinkles Allegorical Bearded Old Man Tempus
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This print captures a mesmerizing detail of "Tempus" from the renowned artwork "Historia - Tempus - Legenda" by Edmond Theodor van Hove. Painted in 1897, this oil on panel masterpiece is housed at the Groeningemuseum in Bruges, Belgium. In this particular section of the painting, we are introduced to an elderly figure personifying time itself. With a long white beard and deeply etched wrinkles on his face, Tempus exudes wisdom and experience. His weathered appearance serves as a powerful symbol of old age and the passing of time. The artist skillfully portrays Tempus as an allegorical representation of aging and the inevitable march towards old age. Through intricate brushwork and meticulous attention to detail, van Hove brings forth a sense of reverence for life's fleeting nature. This image not only showcases the mastery behind van Hove's technique but also invites contemplation on mortality and our own relationship with time. It reminds us that each wrinkle tells a story, each strand of hair holds memories, and every moment should be cherished. As we gaze upon this thought-provoking print, we are reminded to embrace our own journey through life while acknowledging that time waits for no one.
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