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Basle Plague
A painting showing the effects of the plague in Basel, Switzerland, 1349. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11802788
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into history with our captivating Basle Plague greeting cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the hauntingly beautiful painting by Hulton Archive from Fine Art Storehouse, these cards transport you back to 1349 Basel, Switzerland, during the devastating effects of the plague. Share a poignant message with loved ones as you evoke the power of history to inspire reflection and connection. Order now and let the past touch the present in a meaningful way.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print captures a chilling depiction of the Basle Plague, an infamous chapter in Basel's history. Painted during the devastating outbreak that struck Switzerland in 1349, this artwork showcases the harrowing effects of the deadly epidemic. The scene unfolds with a landscape stretcher as its backdrop, portraying a desolate and somber atmosphere. In the foreground, a crucifix stands tall amidst chaos and despair. Surrounding it are scattered clothing remnants, serving as poignant reminders of lives lost to this merciless disease. Male and female figures can be seen walking aimlessly through the streets, their faces etched with fear and anguish. Each person represents a different role or occupation within society - from clergy members to merchants - all united by their shared suffering. The attention to detail is remarkable; every brushstroke brings forth an eerie realism that transports viewers back to Europe circa 1349. The artist masterfully captures both physical agony and emotional turmoil through meticulously rendered corpses strewn across the ground. This print from Hulton Archive serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's resilience in times of adversity. It offers us an opportunity to reflect on past pandemics while honoring those who endured unimaginable hardships during such dark periods in history.
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