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Skeleton of death aiming a dart at bareknuckle boxers
5893172 Skeleton of death aiming a dart at bareknuckle boxers.; (add.info.: Skeleton of death aiming a dart at bareknuckle boxers during a fight. Death and the Pugilists. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Joshua Gleadah after an illustration by Benedictus Antonio Van Assen from The British Dance of Death, Hodgson, London, 1823.); © Florilegius
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Arrow Arrows Bareknuckle Benedictus Antonio Van Assen Bout Boxer Boxers Boxing Match Dart Joshua Gleadah Regency Era Robert Cruikshank The British Dance Of Death Deaths Dying Mortality Passed Away
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This striking image captures the intense and dramatic moment when the Skeleton of Death takes aim at two bareknuckle boxers in a fierce fight. The contrast between life and death is starkly portrayed as the skeletal figure prepares to strike with a deadly dart, while the pugilists engage in hand-to-hand combat.
The hand-colored copperplate engraving from 1823, part of "The British Dance of Death" series, showcases the skillful artistry of Joshua Gleadah and Benedictus Antonio Van Assen. The intricate details and dynamic composition draw viewers into a scene that is both thrilling and chilling.
As we gaze upon this historic print from the 19th century, we are reminded of the fragility of life and the inevitability of death. The symbolism of the skeleton aiming its weapon at mortal fighters serves as a powerful metaphor for our own mortality and vulnerability.
This artwork invites us to contemplate themes of fate, struggle, and mortality in a visually stunning way. It is a testament to the enduring power of art to provoke thought, evoke emotion, and transcend time.
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