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DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Ploughman
DANCE OF DEATH, 1538.
Death and the Ploughman. Woodcut, French, 1547, after Hans Holbein the Younger from his Dance of Death, published in 1538
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Media ID 12411506
1538 1547 Agriculture Allegory Dance Of Death Death Farm Farmer Farming Field Grim Reaper Hans Holbein Horse Drawn Peasant Personification Plague Plow Plowing Rural Skeleton Victim Younger Plowman
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting allure of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'Dance of Death: Death and the Ploughman' from Media Storehouse. This captivating woodcut, originally created in France in 1547, is a stunning interpretation of Hans Holbein the Younger's iconic 'Dance of Death' series from 1538. Witness the intriguing interplay between Death and the Ploughman, a poignant reminder of the inescapable cycle of life and death. Elevate your home or office décor with this timeless masterpiece, expertly printed on high-quality archival paper to ensure lasting beauty for generations to come.
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 50.8cm (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 titled "DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Ploughman" takes us back to a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the intricate woodcut artistry of Hans Holbein the Younger. Published in 1538, this particular piece was reproduced in 1547 as part of his renowned Dance of Death series. The image portrays an allegorical scene set amidst a rural landscape. In it, we witness the personification of death itself, embodied by a haunting skeleton figure clad in dark robes and wielding a scythe. The grim reaper stands alongside a plowman working diligently with his horse-drawn plow on an expansive field. Symbolizing mortality's omnipresence even in daily life and work, this woodcut serves as both a reminder and warning to those who toil on the land. It captures the essence of medieval agriculture while also reflecting upon themes such as plague and human vulnerability during that time period. Holbein's attention to detail is evident throughout this masterpiece; from the farmer's worn hat to every stroke defining each element within the composition. This print not only showcases exceptional craftsmanship but also offers viewers an opportunity for reflection on our own mortality and how it intertwines with our existence. As we gaze at this remarkable artwork today, we are transported back centuries ago when farming was not just about sustenance but also served as an ever-present dance between life and death - where humanity found solace amidst nature's cycles while
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