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The Plague, 1898 (tempera on panel)
3588558 The Plague, 1898 (tempera on panel) by Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901); 149.8x105.1 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: inspired by news of the plague in Bombay); Swiss, out of copyright
Media ID 23632936
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Bombay Bubonic Contagion Disease Dragon Epidemia Epidemic Grief Grim Reaper Illness Isle Motif Mumbai Outbreak Pandemy Personification Pestilence Plague Scythe Sick Sickness Symbolism Symbolist Tail Winged Dying
10"x8" Photo Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 25.4cm (7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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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The Plague, 1898 - A Symbolic Allegory of Grief and Death
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. This print showcases Arnold Bocklin's masterpiece, "The Plague, 1898". Painted with tempera on panel, this Swiss artwork measures an impressive 149.8x105.1 cm and is housed in the Kunstmuseum in Basel, Switzerland. Inspired by news of a devastating plague outbreak in Bombay (now Mumbai), Bocklin skillfully depicts the grim reality of sickness and death through powerful symbolism. The central motif features a haunting winged dragon-like creature soaring above houses engulfed in grief-stricken mourning. With its wings spread wide and tail trailing behind, the creature personifies pestilence itself. Bubonic plague victims lie sick or dead amidst the chaos below while the figure of Death ominously wields a scythe nearby. This painting serves as an allegory for the devastating impact of epidemics like those experienced during that time. Bocklin's use of vivid colors and meticulous attention to detail creates a sense of unease and foreboding throughout the composition. The artist masterfully captures both the physical suffering caused by illness as well as its emotional toll on society. "The Plague" stands as a poignant reminder of humanity's vulnerability to disease while also serving as a testament to our resilience in times of crisis. It remains an enduring symbolist masterpiece that continues to captivate viewers with its evocative portrayal of life's fragility.
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