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Framed Print : Death seizes the Mendicant Friar as he enters
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Death seizes the Mendicant Friar as he enters
Death seizes the Mendicant Friar as he enters a convent with his money-box and wallet.. Handcolored engraving by Chretien de Mechel from Hans Holbein's The Triumph of Death, based on original drawings by Peter Paul Rubens, 1860
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Chretien Convent Cowl Friar Hans Holbein Mechel Mendicant Money Peter Rubens Skeleton Triumph Wallet
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
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This haunting image captures the moment Death seizes a Mendicant Friar as he enters a convent, clutching his money-box and wallet. The handcolored engraving by Chretien de Mechel from Hans Holbein's "The Triumph of Death" is based on original drawings by Peter Paul Rubens, adding an eerie depth to this historical scene.
The skeletal figure of Death looms over the friar, reminding us of our mortality and the inevitability of our own demise. The friar's expression is one of shock and fear as he realizes that his time has come.
The contrast between the dark robes of the mendicant friar and the stark white skeleton creates a sense of foreboding and impending doom. The details in this engraving are exquisite, from the folds in the friar's cowl to the intricate patterns on his money-box.
As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to a world where death was ever-present and life was fragile. It serves as a reminder to cherish each moment we have and not take anything for granted.
This piece of art is not just a depiction of death seizing a friar; it is a powerful memento mori that urges us to reflect on our own lives and priorities.
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