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Photographic Print : The skeleton of Death pulls on the arm of a mother in a nursery, 1792. 1926 (engraving)
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The skeleton of Death pulls on the arm of a mother in a nursery, 1792. 1926 (engraving)
7234866 The skeleton of Death pulls on the arm of a mother in a nursery, 1792. 1926 (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801); Private Collection; (add.info.: The skeleton of Death pulls on the arm of a mother in a nursery. Death carries off one child as another flees. The Mother breastfeeds a baby on her lap. Die Mutter. Copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki from a series of Dance of Death, originally published in the Lavenburg Calendar in 1792. Reprinted in Totentanz from the original copperplates by Walther Nithack-Stahn, Eigenbrodler Verlag, Berlin, 1926.); © Florilegius
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10"x8" Photo Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.1cm x 25.4cm (7.1" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki, titled "The skeleton of Death pulls on the arm of a mother in a nursery" depicts a haunting scene that evokes both fear and empathy. In this allegorical image, Death personified as a skeleton forcefully tugs at the arm of a distressed mother who sits in a nursery. The skeletal figure carries off one child while another flees in terror. Despite the chaos surrounding her, the mother remains steadfast, breastfeeding an infant on her lap. This powerful symbol of nurturing amidst tragedy highlights the resilience and strength of maternal love. Chodowiecki's engraving is part of his larger series called Dance of Death, originally published in 1792. It was later reprinted in Totentanz from the original copperplates by Walther Nithack-Stahn in 1926. The intricate details and skillful execution showcase Chodowiecki's mastery as an engraver. The macabre dance between life and death depicted here serves as a reminder of our mortality and the fragility of human existence. It also explores themes such as loss, grief, and the transient nature of life itself. This thought-provoking artwork invites viewers to contemplate their own mortality while appreciating the enduring power of love within familial bonds.
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