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DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Ploughman
DANCE OF DEATH, 1538.
Death and the Ploughman. Woodcut, French, 1547, after Hans Holbein the Younger from his Dance of Death, published in 1538
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Media ID 12411506
1538 1547 Agriculture Allegory Dance Of Death Death Farm Farmer Farming Field Grim Reaper Hans Holbein Horse Drawn Peasant Personification Plague Plow Plowing Rural Skeleton Victim Younger Plowman
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the hauntingly beautiful 'Dance of Death: Death and the Ploughman' print into your home or office with Media Storehouse's high-quality poster prints. This iconic woodcut image, inspired by Hans Holbein the Younger's original 1538 publication, vividly depicts Death personified as a skeleton, enticing a ploughman to dance. This captivating work of art from Granger Art on Demand is a striking reminder of the fleeting nature of life, making it an intriguing conversation starter and a mesmerizing addition to any space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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 print titled "DANCE OF DEATH, 1538. Death and the Ploughman" takes us back to a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the intricate woodcut artistry of Hans Holbein the Younger. Published in 1538, this particular piece was reproduced in 1547 as part of his renowned Dance of Death series. The image portrays an allegorical scene set amidst a rural landscape. In it, we witness the personification of death itself, embodied by a haunting skeleton figure clad in dark robes and wielding a scythe. The grim reaper stands alongside a plowman working diligently with his horse-drawn plow on an expansive field. Symbolizing mortality's omnipresence even in daily life and work, this woodcut serves as both a reminder and warning to those who toil on the land. It captures the essence of medieval agriculture while also reflecting upon themes such as plague and human vulnerability during that time period. Holbein's attention to detail is evident throughout this masterpiece; from the farmer's worn hat to every stroke defining each element within the composition. This print not only showcases exceptional craftsmanship but also offers viewers an opportunity for reflection on our own mortality and how it intertwines with our existence. As we gaze at this remarkable artwork today, we are transported back centuries ago when farming was not just about sustenance but also served as an ever-present dance between life and death - where humanity found solace amidst nature's cycles while
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