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A woman expires in shock at the sight of a blank piece of paper brandished by the skeleton of Death in a Lottery Office. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816
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A woman expires in shock at the sight of a blank piece of paper brandished by the skeleton of Death in a Lottery Office. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816
FLO4690433 A woman expires in shock at the sight of a blank piece of paper brandished by the skeleton of Death in a Lottery Office. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816. by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: A woman expires in shock at the sight of a blank piece of paper brandished by the skeleton of Death in a Lottery Office. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816.); © Florilegius
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In this image, we are transported back to the early 19th century where a woman's life hangs in the balance. The scene unfolds within a Lottery Office, as Death himself, portrayed as a skeletal figure, brandishes a blank piece of paper before her terrified eyes. Drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson for The English Dance of Death in 1816, this handcoloured copperplate print is both macabre and allegorical. The woman's shock and horror at the sight of the empty paper symbolizes the uncertainty and unpredictability of life itself. It serves as a reminder that even in seemingly mundane settings like a lottery office, death can strike unexpectedly. This powerful image explores themes of mortality, fate, and chance. Rowlandson's intricate details bring depth to the composition - from the woman's fainting posture to Death's menacing presence. The artist skillfully captures not only her physical collapse but also conveys an emotional intensity that resonates with viewers. This engraving offers us insight into British society during this time period while also serving as an allegory for our own mortality. It reminds us that no matter how much control we may think we have over our lives or how trivial certain situations may seem, death is always lurking nearby. Overall, this thought-provoking artwork invites contemplation on life's fragility and encourages us to seize every moment with appreciation and purpose.
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