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The skeleton of Death pricks bubbles of life. 1827 (engraving)
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The skeleton of Death pricks bubbles of life. 1827 (engraving)
7233007 The skeleton of Death pricks bubbles of life.1827 (engraving) by Dagley, Richard (c.1761-1841); Private Collection; (add.info.: The skeleton of Death pricks with his darts the bubbles of life blown by a philiosopher and a fool before a pyramid. The philosopher has scrolls reading Ciceros maxim Summum bonum Virtus and Aphorisms. The fool sits near an easel, brush, sheet music and arrow. The bubbles of life broken by death. Illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Richard Dagley from his own Deaths Doings, Consisting of Numerous Original Compositions in Verse and Prose, J. Andrews, London, 1827. Dagley (1761-1841) was an English painter, illustrator and engraver.); © Florilegius
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The Skeleton of Death Pricks Bubbles of Life
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is a captivating engraving by Richard Dagley, created in 1827. In this thought-provoking artwork, we witness the allegorical figure of Death piercing bubbles blown by both a philosopher and a fool before an imposing pyramid. The scene unfolds with intricate details that invite contemplation. The philosopher holds scrolls inscribed with Cicero's maxim "Summum bonum Virtus" and aphorisms, symbolizing his pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. Meanwhile, the fool sits nearby, surrounded by an easel, brush, sheet music, and an arrow—a juxtaposition of creativity and folly. Death's presence looms large as he mercilessly pricks the fragile bubbles representing life itself. This powerful imagery reminds us of our mortality and the transient nature of existence. It serves as a poignant reminder that no matter one's intellectual or foolish pursuits, all lives are ultimately vulnerable to death's inevitable touch. Richard Dagley masterfully captures this profound concept through his skillful engraving technique. His work is part of "Deaths Doings" a collection comprising original compositions in verse and prose exploring various aspects of mortality. "The Skeleton of Death Pricks Bubbles of Life" invites viewers to reflect on the fragility and transience inherent in human existence while contemplating the different paths individuals choose during their time on Earth—whether it be seeking knowledge or indulging in frivolity.
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