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Death comes to the Pedlar, engraved by Georg Scharffenberg, from Der Todten Tanz
KW278042 Death comes to the Pedlar, engraved by Georg Scharffenberg, from Der Todten Tanz, published Basel, 1843 (litho) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dance of Death; Totentanz; ); Ken Welsh; German, out of copyright
Media ID 12786401
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Backpack Belongings Danse Macabre Goods Grabbing Grim Reaper Travelling Salesman Wares Mortality Northern Renaissance
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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.
Death Comes to the Pedlar - A Haunting Encounter with Mortality
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we are transported back in time to witness a chilling scene from the past. Engraved by Georg Scharffenberg and inspired by the renowned artist Holbein the Younger, this image captures a moment of profound symbolism and contemplation. The focal point of the composition is Death himself, depicted as a skeletal figure draped in an ominous black cloak. With his scythe held high and bony fingers outstretched, he looms over a hapless pedlar who has unwittingly crossed his path. The pedlar, burdened with his backpack filled with wares and belongings, stands frozen in fear as Death reaches out to claim him. This woodcut transports us to a medieval world where mortality was ever-present. It serves as a reminder that death comes for all - regardless of wealth or status - making it an equalizer among humanity. The danse macabre theme is prevalent here; it represents the dance between life and death that we all participate in. The exquisite detail of this Northern Renaissance artwork invites us to reflect on our own mortality while marveling at its craftsmanship. Through this haunting encounter between Death and the pedlar, we are reminded of life's transient nature and urged to contemplate what truly matters amidst our fleeting existence. This powerful image serves as both a historical artifact and an artistic masterpiece that continues to captivate viewers centuries later.
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