The Human Life by Bendemann, from "Le Magasin Pittoresque" 1851

"The Human Life" is an 1851 wood engraving by an anonymous artist, after a painting by German artist Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld. It depicts scenes from the life of a man, beginning with his birth and ending with his death. Each scene is framed by a decorative border of foliage, symbolizing the cyclical nature of life. This engraving is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, showcasing the visual arts and their evolution across cultures and time.