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The skeleton of Death stabs the Pope on his throne. 1792. 1926 (engraving)
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The skeleton of Death stabs the Pope on his throne. 1792. 1926 (engraving)
7234877 The skeleton of Death stabs the Pope on his throne. 1792. 1926 (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801); Private Collection; (add.info.: The skeleton of Death stabs the Pope on his throne. The figure of Death wears a crown of thorns, black habit and sashes, and uses a dart or arrow. Priests and monks pray and kneel before him. Der Pabst. Copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki from a series of Dance of Death, originally published in the Lavenburg Calendar in 1792. Reprinted in Totentanz from the original copperplates by Walther Nithack-Stahn, Eigenbrodler Verlag, Berlin, 1926.); © Florilegius
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The Skeleton of Death Stabs the Pope on His Throne
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is a thought-provoking engraving by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki that captures the tension between mortality and power. Created in 1792 but reprinted in 1926, this allegorical artwork depicts Death, wearing a crown of thorns and clad in black habit and sashes, stabbing the Pope while he sits on his throne. The image portrays priests and monks praying and kneeling before Death, emphasizing their vulnerability to its inevitable grasp. The dart or arrow used by Death symbolizes the swift nature of mortality, reminding us that even those in positions of authority are not exempt from its reach. Chodowiecki's work is part of a series called "Dance of Death" originally published in the Lavenburg Calendar. This particular print offers an intriguing commentary on religious power structures and serves as a reminder that death is an equalizer for all individuals regardless of their status or position within society. With its intricate details and powerful symbolism, this engraving invites viewers to reflect upon their own mortality while questioning notions of authority and hierarchy. It serves as a timeless reminder that death ultimately unites us all, transcending religious boundaries and cultural differences. This artwork showcases Chodowiecki's skill as an artist while challenging viewers to contemplate life's transience amidst structures built upon earthly power.
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