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Framed Print : Death enters a cottage and carries off
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Death enters a cottage and carries off
Death enters a cottage and carries off the family's youngest Child.. Handcolored engraving by Chretien de Mechel from Hans Holbein's The Triumph of Death, based on original drawings by Peter Paul Rubens, 1860
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Chretien Cottager Hans Holbein Meal Mechel Peter Rubens Skeleton Triumph
18"x14" Modern Frame
Bring a hauntingly beautiful and historical touch to your home decor with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints. This captivating piece, "Death enters a cottage and carries off," is a handcolored engraving by Chretien de Mechel from Hans Holbein's The Triumph of Death, available through Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the poignant moment as Death enters a cottage and carries away the family's youngest child in this riveting and thought-provoking print. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with a high-quality matte finish and a sturdy frame, ensuring your new addition is a cherished and timeless addition to your space.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
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 haunting image captures the moment when Death enters a humble cottage, shrouded in darkness and carrying off the family's youngest child. The scene is rendered in exquisite detail through a handcolored engraving by Chretien de Mechel, based on original drawings by Peter Paul Rubens for Hans Holbein's The Triumph of Death.
The skeletal figure of Death looms ominously over the grieving mother and her other children, who are frozen in fear at the sight of their beloved sibling being taken away. The sense of loss and despair is palpable as the family's meal sits untouched on the table, a stark reminder of the suddenness and finality of death.
Through this powerful composition, we are reminded of our own mortality and the fragility of life. The historical significance of this artwork lies not only in its depiction of a universal theme but also in its connection to renowned artists such as Rubens and Holbein.
As we gaze upon this poignant scene, we are confronted with our own fears and anxieties about what lies beyond this earthly realm. It serves as a timeless reminder to cherish our loved ones while we can, for Death spares no one in its relentless march through history.
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