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Two skeletons of Death come for a queen on her throne. 1792. 1926 (engraving)
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Two skeletons of Death come for a queen on her throne. 1792. 1926 (engraving)
7234869 Two skeletons of Death come for a queen on her throne. 1792. 1926 (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two skeletons of Death come for a queen on her throne. One skeleton wears a ruff collar and cape and holds a hourglass. A lady-in-waiting tries to protect the Queen. Die Konigin. Copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki from a series of Dance of Death, originally published in the Lavenburg Calendar in 1792. Reprinted in Totentanz from the original copperplates by Walther Nithack-Stahn, Eigenbrodler Verlag, Berlin, 1926.); © Florilegius
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This engraving by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki depicts a haunting scene from 1792, brought to life in 1926. Two skeletons of Death ominously approach a queen seated on her throne, their presence foreboding and inevitable. One skeleton is adorned with a ruff collar and cape, holding an hourglass as a reminder of the fleeting nature of life. In this macabre dance of death, a lady-in-waiting desperately tries to shield the queen from the clutches of mortality. The image is part of Chodowiecki's series titled "Dance of Death" originally published in the Lavenburg Calendar. It was later reprinted in Totentanz by Walther Nithack-Stahn. The allegorical figure portrayed here serves as a powerful symbol, representing both mortality and the transience of power and royalty. The engraving captures the fragility and vulnerability that even monarchs face when confronted with their own mortality. Chodowiecki's skillful craftsmanship brings out every intricate detail in this piece, showcasing his mastery as an engraver. The composition evokes feelings of unease and contemplation about our own mortality while also highlighting societal themes surrounding power dynamics. This print offers viewers an opportunity to reflect on the ephemeral nature of life and how even those who hold great authority are ultimately subject to its grasp. It serves as a poignant reminder that no one can escape Death's embrace, regardless of their position or status in society.
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