Sands Of Time Collection

Human skeleton. Historical artwork of a human skeleton holding an hourglass. The 206 bones of the skeleton provide protection and support to the body

Ruins of the Temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt, c1845. Artist: David Roberts
Ruins of the Temple of Kom Ombo, Egypt, c1845. From Egypt and Nubia, Vol 1, by David Roberts

Allegory of the Transitoriness of Life, . n. d. Creator: Jacob Matham
Allegory of the Transitoriness of Life, .n.d

Death Surprising a Woman, c. 1490-c. 1540 (engraving)
883709 Death Surprising a Woman, c.1490-c.1540 (engraving) by Master M (fl. c.1522); 35.9x25.2 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

You can't get the time back
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Temple of Sobek and Horuss at Kom Ombo, Egypt, 19th century. Artist: David Roberts
Temple of Sobek and Horus at Kom Ombo, Egypt, 19th century. From Egypt and Nubia, Vol 2, by David Roberts

Excavated Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Artist: David Roberts
Excavated Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. View of the Temple of Abu Simbel, built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC) and dedicated to the sun gods Amon-Re and Re-Horakhte

The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Artist: David Roberts
The Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Colossal statues at the entrance to the Temple of Abu Simbel built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC)

Interior of the Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Artist: David Roberts
Interior of the Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, c1845. Colossal statues inside the Temple of Abu Simbel built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC)

Front elevation of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, 1849. Artist
Front elevation of the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, Nubia, Egypt, 1849. Colossal statues at the entrance to the Temple of Abu Simbel built during the reign of Rameses II (ruled 1279-1212 BC)

Sterne and Death. 1768. Artist: Thomas Patch
Sterne and Death. 1768. Portrait of Irish-born author and clergyman Laurence Sterne (1713-1768) who is best known for his novels The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman

Hourglass And Clock

Ageing, conceptual image C014 / 0670
Ageing, conceptual computer image

Hourglass. Grains of sand falling through an hourglass

Geological time. Conceptual computer artwork of an hourglass and a desolate rocky landscape. This may represent the millions of years it took for this landscape to reach its present state

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"Sands of Time: A Haunting Reminder of Life's Transience" In the depths of history, a human skeleton stands as an allegory of the transitoriness of life. Created by Jacob Matham, this poignant artwork serves as a stark reminder that time spares no one. A Vanitas Still Life painting captures the essence of mortality with its macabre elements. A skull, crown, scepter, flute, bellows, hourglass - symbols representing power and pleasure - lie alongside carnations in a glass vase and a scroll. An engraved portrait of Charles I adds to the contemplation on life's fleeting nature. Death Surprising a Woman engraving from centuries ago depicts the suddenness with which our mortal coil can be unraveled. It reminds us that we cannot turn back time once it has slipped through our fingers. The temples at Kom Ombo and Abu Simbel in Egypt transport us to ancient civilizations where time seemed eternal. David Roberts' artistic renderings capture both their grandeur and decay – ruins that stand as reminders that even mighty structures succumb to the relentless passage of time. Front elevation and interior views reveal intricate details carved into stone by skilled hands long gone. These magnificent temples were once vibrant centers for worship but now serve as silent witnesses to the impermanence of all things. Thomas Patch's Sterne and Death painting portrays an encounter between man and his ultimate fate. Death looms over Sterne like an ever-present specter reminding him that every moment is precious; every second brings him closer to his inevitable end. As we gaze upon these timeless works, let them remind us not only of our own mortality but also inspire us to make each passing moment count. For in this vast expanse called life, we cannot reclaim what has been lost – just like grains slipping through an hourglass or sands eroded by wind and water – time waits for no one.