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Death and the Pale Horse, c. 1878 (oil on canvas)
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Death and the Pale Horse, c. 1878 (oil on canvas)
2831173 Death and the Pale Horse, c.1878 (oil on canvas) by Watts, George Frederic (1817-1904); 64.6x52 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Given in memory of Mr and Mrs Francis James Fry by their children, 1930.; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23473416
© Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives Given in memory of Mr and Mrs Francis James Fry by their children, 1930. / Bridgeman Images
Allegories Pale Personification Riders Scythe Scythes Four Horsemen Mortality
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This print showcases George Frederic Watts' masterpiece, "Death and the Pale Horse" painted in 1878. The oil on canvas artwork measures 64.6x52 cm and is housed in the prestigious Bristol Museum and Art Gallery in the UK. In this thought-provoking piece, Watts skillfully depicts a powerful allegory of mortality. The central figure of Death, mounted on a pale horse, commands attention with its haunting presence. Clutching a scythe, an iconic symbol of finality, Death represents the inevitable end that awaits us all. The painting's composition is meticulously crafted to convey a sense of foreboding. Four horsemen can be seen riding alongside Death, personifying different aspects of mortality. Each rider carries their own symbolic meaning as they gallop through the canvas. Watts' mastery lies not only in his ability to capture human emotions but also his remarkable depiction of animals. The horses depicted are majestic yet eerie; their wild eyes reflecting both life and death intertwined. This exceptional artwork was generously given to Bristol Museum and Art Gallery by Mr and Mrs Francis James Fry's children in 1930 as a tribute to their memory. Today, it stands as an enduring testament to Watts' artistic genius and continues to captivate viewers with its profound exploration of life's transience.
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