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Photographic Print : Masks Confronting Death, 1888. Artist: James Ensor
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Masks Confronting Death, 1888. Artist: James Ensor
Masks Confronting Death, 1888. Museum of Modern Art, New York City
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10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the haunting allure of James Ensor's 'Masks Confronting Death' (1888) through our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating artwork, held at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, showcases Ensor's mastery of symbolism and the macabre. The masks, personifying both life and death, challenge the viewer to confront the inevitable. Our high-quality prints bring the intricate details and rich colors of this iconic piece to your home or office, making for a thought-provoking addition to any space.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Masks Confronting Death," painted by Belgian artist James Sidney Edouard Ensor in 1888, is a captivating and enigmatic masterpiece housed at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. This allegorical work, a prime example of Expressionism, showcases Ensor's unique artistic vision and his mastery of oil painting. At the heart of the composition lies a dramatic confrontation between life and death. A skull, personified as a skeletal figure, looms large at the center, surrounded by a sea of masked revelers. The masks, a hallmark of Ensor's oeuvre, are a caricatured representation of various social classes and professions, from a bishop to a jester, all dressed in their finest fancy dress, oblivious to the impending specter of death. The vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes bring the scene to life, creating a sense of tension and unease. The artist masterfully employs a rich palette, with the red and black costumes of the dancers contrasting sharply with the pallid hues of the skull and the muted background. The setting of the painting is a carnival, a location where people let go of their inhibitions and disguise themselves. However, the usual merriment is disrupted by the presence of death, leading to an unsettling and thought-provoking scene. Ensor's use of the mask as a symbol of disguise and the confrontation with death is a powerful commentary on the human condition and our relationship with mortality. Overall, "Masks Confronting Death" is a striking and evocative work of art that continues to intrigue and inspire viewers, offering a glimpse into the mind of one of the most innovative artists of the late 19th century.
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