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Skeleton of Death catching the Friar Provisor
Skeleton of Death catching the cloak collar of the Friar Provisor as he enters a convent with money-box and wallet. The convent wall is crumbling and smoke billows from inside. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816
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Cloak Convent Friar Hans Holbein Hollar Hourglass Skeleton Wallet Wenceslaus Money Box
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting allure of Mary Evans Prints Online's Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This chilling image of the Skeleton of Death, capturing the Friar Provisor as he enters a crumbling convent, is a gripping reminder of the transience of life. With Rights Managed licensing, you can bring this masterpiece into your home or office, adding an air of mystery and intrigue to any space. The intricate details of the skeleton's bony fingers and the friar's terrified expression are sure to leave a lasting impression. Elevate your decor and ignite the imagination with this stunning Fine Art Print.
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 36.8cm x 50.8cm (14.5" 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 haunting image, titled "Skeleton of Death catching the Friar Provisor," is a hand-colored copperplate engraving by the renowned artist Wenceslaus Hollar, taken from The Dance of Death series by Hans Holbein. The engraving depicts the skeletal figure of Death, with its bony hand reaching out to grasp the cloak collar of a frightened Friar Provisor. The Friar, dressed in the brown robes of his order, is shown entering a crumbling convent wall, clutching both a money-box and a wallet in his hands. The hourglass in Death's other hand symbolizes the transience of life and the inevitability of Death's arrival. The interior of the convent is shrouded in smoke and fire, suggesting the corruption and decay that lies within. A dog, perhaps symbolizing loyalty or the passing of the Friar's earthly possessions to a new owner, is shown at the Friar's feet. The intricate details of the engraving, from the textured robes to the crumbling stonework, serve to heighten the sense of unease and impending doom. This image is a poignant reminder of the universality of Death and the fleeting nature of life. The Dance of Death series, which originated in the 15th century, was a popular theme in European art and literature, and served as a reminder of the inevitability of Death and the importance of living a virtuous life. This particular engraving, with its intricate details and powerful symbolism, continues to captivate and intrigue viewers to this day.
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