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Criminals stealing

3478596 Criminals stealing; (add.info.: Woodcut print depicting criminals stealing money and other items of worth from the recently deceased. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38460294

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

Coins Criminals Deceased Opulence Thieves Wealthy C16h Criminality Deaths Dying Mortality Passed Away

16"x16" Premium Frame

Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 10"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 40.6cm (16" x 16")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting woodcut print from the 16th century depicts a scene of criminality and greed as thieves steal money and valuable items from the recently deceased. The intricate details in this artwork capture the desperation and immorality of those who would take advantage of death for personal gain. In a time when mortality was an ever-present reality, this image serves as a stark reminder of the darker aspects of human nature. The criminals depicted here show no remorse or respect for the dead, instead focusing solely on their own selfish desires. The contrast between wealth and poverty is striking in this print, with coins scattered around the deceased figure while the thieves eagerly snatch up any valuables they can find. It is a chilling portrayal of how quickly morality can be abandoned in pursuit of material gain. As we gaze upon this piece, we are forced to confront our own thoughts on crime, death, and wealth. How far would we go for riches? Would we stoop to such lows as these criminals, willing to exploit even the most vulnerable moments in life? This woodcut print is not just a historical artifact; it is a timeless reflection on human nature and our capacity for both good and evil.

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