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Fine Art Print : DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Miser
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DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Miser
DANCE OF DEATH, 1538.
Death and the Miser. Woodcut, French, 1547, after Hans Holbein the Younger from his Dance of Death, published in 1538
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Media ID 12411500
1538 1547 Allegory Chest Coin Container Dance Of Death Death Economic Economics Economy Finance Financial Hans Holbein Miser Personification Plague Rich Skeleton Upper Class Victim Window Younger
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting beauty of history with our Fine Art Print of 'Dance of Death: Death and the Miser' from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating woodcut, originally created in 1538 by Hans Holbein the Younger, depicts Death personified as a skeleton, dancing with a miser, reminding us of the fleeting nature of life and wealth. Add an air of mystery and intrigue to your space with this timeless masterpiece, expertly printed on high-quality paper to bring out every detail of the intricate design. Order now and bring a piece of history into your home.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Miser" takes us back to the Renaissance period, where art was used as a powerful medium to convey profound messages. The woodcut, created by Hans Holbein the Younger in 1547, is an allegorical representation of death's inevitable encounter with wealth and greed. In this haunting image, we witness a skeletal figure personifying death standing beside a miserly man. The rich upper-class individual is depicted clutching onto his chest filled with coins, symbolizing his insatiable desire for material possessions. Through this visual narrative, Holbein reminds us that no matter how much wealth one accumulates in life, it becomes meaningless when confronted by death. The composition of the woodcut draws our attention to the window behind them – perhaps signifying that time is running out for both characters. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder of our mortality and urges us to reflect on what truly matters in life. As we delve into history through this print, we are transported to an era plagued by economic challenges and societal disparities caused by events such as plagues. It highlights how even during times of great turmoil or prosperity, death remains an equalizer that transcends social boundaries. This print from Granger Art on Demand encapsulates not only artistic brilliance but also provokes contemplation about our own values and priorities in today's fast-paced world driven by finance and economics.
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