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Lesson 4 (Activity 1)
Lesson 4 (Activity 1)
Activity No. 1
Directions.
1. Look at the painting below by artist David Bailly entitled “Selbstbildnis mit Vanitassymbolen” (Self Portrait with Vanity
Symbols). List down below everything that you see within the four corners of the work. List as many items as you can.
• Skull
• Book
• Necklace
• Flower
• Candle
• Figurines
• Stick
• Sandglass Time
• Linen
• Photos
• Paper/ Notes
• Bubbles
• Human
• Color palette
• Coins
• Glass of Wine
• Pipe
• Pocket watch
2. Based on your answers, write an assumption about what the painting means for you.
Each item represents a human life. It demonstrates how human existence is not permanent and develops
throughout the time. It also signifies self-determination and satisfaction of love and belongingness.