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DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Merchant
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DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Merchant
DANCE OF DEATH, 1538.
Death and the Merchant. Woodcut, French, 1547, after Hans Holbein the Younger from his Dance of Death, published in 1538
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1538 1547 Afraid Allegory Boat Cargo Commerce Dance Of Death Death Good Goods Hans Harbor Holbein Merchant Package Personification Plague Sailing Ship Ship Skeleton Victim Younger
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This print titled "DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Merchant" takes us back to the Renaissance era with its intricate woodcut design. Created in 1547 by an anonymous French artist after Hans Holbein the Younger's original work from 1538, this piece is a powerful allegory of life's transience. The image portrays a bustling harbor scene where a merchant ship sets sail on its voyage laden with precious cargo. However, what catches our attention is the eerie presence of Death himself, personified as a skeletal figure standing at the helm of the vessel. With his bony fingers gripping tightly onto the ship's wheel, he symbolizes mortality and reminds us that death is inevitable for all. As we observe closely, we notice that Death has chosen his victim - one of the merchants aboard - who stands frozen in fear as he realizes his fate. This haunting depiction serves as a reminder that no matter how successful or prosperous one may be in life, death comes for everyone indiscriminately. The woodcut technique used adds depth and texture to this medieval masterpiece while capturing every minute detail meticulously. The composition perfectly captures both the external beauty of commerce and trade but also highlights their impermanence when confronted by death. "DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Merchant" invites viewers to reflect upon their own mortality while appreciating artistry from centuries past. It serves as a timeless reminder that material possessions hold little value when faced with
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