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Skeleton of Death grabbing the hat of a Cardinal
Skeleton of Death grabbing the hat of a Cardinal as he receives a Papal bull from a messenger in a vineyard. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816
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Bull Cardinal Grapes Hans Holbein Hollar Hourglass Messenger Papal Skeleton Throne Vine Vineyard Wenceslaus
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Bring a touch of the macabre to your greeting card collection with our unique design from Media Storehouse. This captivating card features the iconic image of the Skeleton of Death, as he grasps the hat of a startled Cardinal from the series 'The Dance of Death' by Hans Holbein. With intricate detailing from the original hand-colored copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this card is sure to leave a lasting impression. Perfect for those who appreciate the art of the morbidly beautiful, this card adds a darkly charming edge to any message.
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 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by the renowned artist Wenceslaus Hollar in 1816, depicts a chilling scene from Hans Holbein's iconic series, "The Dance of Death." In this image, Skeleton, personified as the Grim Reaper or Skeleton of Death, seizes the red hat of a Cardinal as he presents the cleric with a Papal bull. A messenger, seemingly oblivious to the impending doom, delivers the document to the Cardinal, who stands amongst the lush grapes and verdant vines of a vineyard. The hourglass held by Skeleton serves as a stark reminder of the transience of life, as the sands of time slip away, symbolizing the inevitability of death. The intricate details of the engraving, from the folds of the Cardinal's robes to the textured surface of the vineyard, highlight Hollar's masterful skill. This haunting image, with its themes of mortality and the passage of time, continues to resonate with viewers and serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life.
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