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DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Miser
DANCE OF DEATH, 1538.
Death and the Miser. Woodcut, French, 1547, after Hans Holbein the Younger from his Dance of Death, published in 1538
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Media ID 12411500
1538 1547 Allegory Chest Coin Container Dance Of Death Death Economic Economics Economy Finance Financial Hans Holbein Miser Personification Plague Rich Skeleton Upper Class Victim Window Younger
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Experience the captivating allure of history with Media Storehouse's Jigsaw Puzzle of "Dance of Death, 1538. Death and the Miser." This intriguing puzzle brings to life a masterpiece from Granger Art on Demand, featuring a woodcut image from a French edition published in 1547. Originally created by Hans Holbein the Younger in 1538, this iconic artwork depicts Death personified, enticing a miser with his skeletal hand. Assemble this challenging puzzle to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of art history and ponder the themes of mortality and wealth. A perfect activity for art enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 40.3cm x 50.7cm (15.9" x 20")
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 print titled "DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Miser" takes us back to the Renaissance period, where art was used as a powerful medium to convey profound messages. The woodcut, created by Hans Holbein the Younger in 1547, is an allegorical representation of death's inevitable encounter with wealth and greed. In this haunting image, we witness a skeletal figure personifying death standing beside a miserly man. The rich upper-class individual is depicted clutching onto his chest filled with coins, symbolizing his insatiable desire for material possessions. Through this visual narrative, Holbein reminds us that no matter how much wealth one accumulates in life, it becomes meaningless when confronted by death. The composition of the woodcut draws our attention to the window behind them – perhaps signifying that time is running out for both characters. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder of our mortality and urges us to reflect on what truly matters in life. As we delve into history through this print, we are transported to an era plagued by economic challenges and societal disparities caused by events such as plagues. It highlights how even during times of great turmoil or prosperity, death remains an equalizer that transcends social boundaries. This print from Granger Art on Demand encapsulates not only artistic brilliance but also provokes contemplation about our own values and priorities in today's fast-paced world driven by finance and economics.
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