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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
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting beauty and symbolism of George Frederic Watts' "Death and the Pale Horse," a captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This iconic oil on canvas painting, created in 1878, showcases Death riding the pale horse, accompanied by personifications of Conquest, War, and Famine. Watts' masterful use of color and detail brings this iconic image to life, inviting contemplation and reflection. Bring this timeless work of art into your home or office and let it inspire and intrigue all who see it.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.7cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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 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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