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The Skeleton of Death and the Devil fight over a Gambler
The Skeleton of Death and the Devil fighting over a losing Gamester in a gambling house. Two other gamblers sit at a table with cards and coins. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816
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Devil Fight Gamblers Gambling Hans Holbein Hollar Hourglass Money Skeleton Wenceslaus Gamester
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by the renowned artist Wenceslaus Hollar in 1816, depicts an intriguing scene from Hans Holbein's iconic series, 'The Dance of Death.' In this particular image, titled 'The Skeleton of Death and the Devil fighting over a Gambler,' we witness an intense and otherworldly confrontation between two formidable figures: Death and the Devil. The skeletal figure of Death, with his hourglass in hand, and the devil, with his fiery tail and menacing grin, are locked in a fierce battle over a hapless gambler, who lies sprawled on the floor of a dimly lit gambling house. Two other gamblers, oblivious to the supernatural struggle unfolding before them, continue their game at the card table, their faces focused intently on their cards and the coins scattered around them. The stark contrast between the mundane world of the living, represented by the gamblers and their trivial pursuits, and the eternal struggle between Death and the Devil, underscores the transient nature of human existence. The hand-colored details in this engraving add depth and vibrancy to the scene, making it a striking and thought-provoking work of art. This image, with its intricate details and rich symbolism, serves as a poignant reminder of the fleeting nature of life and the inescapable cycle of death and rebirth. The Dance of Death series, with its haunting and timeless themes, continues to captivate audiences and inspire artists to this day.
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