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Meg la folle - Mad Meg (De Dulle Griet) par Ryckaert (Rijckaert), David (1612-1661)
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Meg la folle - Mad Meg (De Dulle Griet) par Ryckaert (Rijckaert), David (1612-1661)
FIA5404828 Meg la folle - Mad Meg (De Dulle Griet) par Ryckaert (Rijckaert), David (1612-1661). Oil on canvas, c. 1650, Art History Museum, Vienne by Ryckaert, David II (1612-1661); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Photo eFine Art Images; Flemish, out of copyright
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Mad Meg - A Haunting Portrait of Madness and Witchcraft
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. This print showcases the enigmatic painting "Meg la folle - Mad Meg (De Dulle Griet)" by David Ryckaert, a Flemish artist from the 17th century. The oil on canvas masterpiece, created around 1650, is housed in the prestigious Art History Museum in Vienna. The artwork depicts a woman known as Mad Meg, an intriguing fictional character who embodies madness and witchcraft. With elements of fear and darkness surrounding her, she stands amidst a desolate landscape with snakes slithering at her feet. Her broomstick hints at her association with sorcery while a monstrous bat ominously hovers above her head. In this haunting vision, Ryckaert skillfully captures the essence of Meg's madness through intricate details such as skeletal remains scattered about and a vase engulfed in flames symbolizing chaos. The artist's mastery lies in his ability to evoke both fascination and unease within viewers. Through this photo print, we are transported into the depths of Meg's world where reality blurs with supernatural forces. It serves as a reminder of humanity's eternal fascination with witches and their mythical powers. Bridgeman Images has flawlessly captured every element of this mesmerizing artwork for us to appreciate its historical significance and artistic brilliance.
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