The Third Foolish Virgin, from The Five Foolish Virgins by Israhel van Meckenem

The Third Foolish Virgin, from The Five Foolish Virgins n.d.

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drawing, print, paper, engraving

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pencil drawn

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drawing

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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germany

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print

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pencil sketch

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paper

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personal sketchbook

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pencil drawing

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sketchbook drawing

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portrait drawing

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pencil work

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sketchbook art

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engraving

"The Third Foolish Virgin" is a print from a series of five created by the German artist Israhel van Meckenem, who was active in the late 15th century. This print depicts one of the five foolish virgins from the biblical parable in Matthew 25:1-13, who were unable to enter the wedding feast because their lamps lacked oil. The print, created using the technique of engraving, shows the woman weeping and holding an empty lamp, creating a visually moving representation of her sorrow. This print is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.

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