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Canvas Print : DEATH, 17th CENTURY. The winged hourglass and scythe which symbolize the flight of time
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DEATH, 17th CENTURY. The winged hourglass and scythe which symbolize the flight of time
DEATH, 17th CENTURY.
The winged hourglass and scythe which symbolize the flight of time and the certainty of death. Woodcut, 17th century
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Media ID 12408868
Allegory Death Hourglass Scythe Symbol Wing
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the intrigue and mystery of the 17th century to your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "DEATH." This captivating artwork, sourced from Granger Art on Demand, features the iconic figure of Death with his hourglass and scythe, symbolizing the inexorable passage of time and the certainty of mortality. The intricate woodcut detail and the bold, dramatic contrasts create a striking visual statement that is sure to provoke thought and inspire conversation. Experience the timeless beauty of this historical artwork in your living space with our high-quality canvas prints.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Granger Art on Demand showcases a powerful representation of the concept of death in the 17th century. In this woodcut, we are confronted with two prominent symbols that have come to embody the fleeting nature of time and the inevitability of our mortality. The first symbol is an intricately designed winged hourglass, suspended in mid-air. This emblematic image serves as a reminder that time waits for no one, constantly propelling us forward towards our ultimate fate. The delicate wings attached to the hourglass suggest both fragility and swiftness, emphasizing how swiftly time passes by. Accompanying this ethereal hourglass is a formidable scythe, held firmly by Death itself. This menacing tool has long been associated with endings and finality. It represents not only physical demise but also signifies the end of opportunities and experiences that can never be reclaimed. Together, these symbolic elements create a profound allegory about life's transience and remind us to cherish each passing moment. Through this woodcut art piece, viewers are invited to reflect upon their own mortality while contemplating how they choose to spend their limited time on Earth.
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