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N: the money changer or the banker (Numerarius) - TThe Alphabet of Death, c.1856 (engraving)
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N: the money changer or the banker (Numerarius) - TThe Alphabet of Death, c.1856 (engraving)
DUV4222005 N: the money changer or the banker (Numerarius) - TThe Alphabet of Death, c.1856 (engraving); 8x23 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Drawing by H. Loedel after Hans Holbein (1497? -1543)); Photo © Duvallon
Media ID 38248966
© Photo © Duvallon / Bridgeman Images
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This haunting engraving from "The Alphabet of Death" series depicts N: the money changer or banker (Numerarius) in a macabre dance with death. The allegorical image, originally drawn by H. Loedel after Hans Holbein, captures the essence of mortality and the transient nature of wealth.
In this 19th-century German artwork, a skeleton representing death looms over the figure of the money changer or banker, symbolizing how even those who handle vast sums of money are not immune to their ultimate fate. The inclusion of coins scattered around serves as a reminder that material possessions hold little value in the face of death.
The intricate details and symbolism in this engraving invite viewers to contemplate themes such as labor, society, and mortality. It serves as a powerful memento mori, urging us to reflect on our own lives and priorities.
As we gaze upon this piece from "The Alphabet of Death," we are reminded that no amount of wealth or power can shield us from our inevitable end. It is a sobering yet thought-provoking work that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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