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Memento Mori: Death Comes to the Table, circa 1630-1638 (oil on canvas)
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Memento Mori: Death Comes to the Table, circa 1630-1638 (oil on canvas)
7082170 Memento Mori: Death Comes to the Table, circa 1630-1638 (oil on canvas) by Martinelli, Giovanni (c.1610-59); 114.1x158 cm; North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh, USA; North Carolina Museum of Art; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 24127250
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Memento Mori Skeleton Skull Skulls Deaths Mortality
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This print captures the essence of "Memento Mori: Death Comes to the Table" a thought-provoking masterpiece painted by Giovanni Martinelli between 1630 and 1638. Measuring at an impressive 114.1x158 cm, this oil on canvas artwork is housed in the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh, USA. The painting depicts a haunting scene where death itself takes center stage. A table adorned with sumptuous food and luxurious objects serves as a reminder of life's fleeting nature. Amidst this opulence, skeletal figures and skulls are scattered around, symbolizing mortality and reminding viewers that death spares no one. Martinelli's Italian heritage shines through his masterful brushwork, capturing every intricate detail with precision. The composition evokes both fascination and unease as it confronts our own mortality head-on. As we gaze upon this profound piece of art, we are reminded that life is fragile and transient. It urges us to reflect upon our own existence while appreciating the beauty that surrounds us daily. Displayed here as a high-quality print courtesy of Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, this work continues to captivate audiences centuries after its creation. Its universal themes resonate across cultures and time periods, serving as a poignant reminder that death comes for us all – regardless of wealth or status.
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