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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
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the haunting allure of The Dance of Death to your walls with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the Skeleton of Death in a chilling moment of triumph as he seizes the hat of a hapless Cardinal. Wenceslaus Hollar's intricately detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving, originally published in the 17th century, is a striking reminder of the inescapable cycle of life and death. Elevate your home or office decor with this evocative and thought-provoking work of art.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with 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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