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"Memento Mori", the Skeleton at the Feast (litho)
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"Memento Mori", the Skeleton at the Feast (litho)
1037026 " Memento Mori", the Skeleton at the Feast (litho) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Memento Mori", the Skeleton at the Feast. Illustration for The Graphic, 19 June 1897.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22646122
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Delft Feast Markets Memento Mori Skeleton The Graphic Benelux Countries Dutch Netherlands Hollander Hollanders Netherland Netherlands Holland Dutch The Netherland
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The captivating lithograph print titled "Memento Mori, the Skeleton at the Feast" transports us back to 19th-century Europe, specifically the bustling markets of Delft in the Netherlands. Created by Sydney Prior Hall and published in The Graphic on June 19,1897, this artwork offers a thought-provoking glimpse into Dutch culture and tradition. In this scene, we witness a lively fair or kermis taking place amidst a sea of people. However, what sets this image apart is the presence of a skeleton known as an "aanspreker" an announcer of deaths. This macabre figure serves as a reminder that life is fleeting and death is inevitable – hence its Latin name "Memento Mori" meaning "remember you must die". As we explore every intricate detail within this engraving, from the animated crowds to the vibrant market stalls, our attention is inevitably drawn towards this eerie yet fascinating character. The juxtaposition between life's festivities and mortality creates a sense of introspection and contemplation. This lithograph not only showcases Hall's artistic talent but also provides us with valuable insight into cultural practices during that time period. It serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation. Now preserved in a private collection but made accessible through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, this print continues to captivate viewers with its haunting beauty and timeless message: remember your mortality even amidst life's most joyous moments.
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