Premium Framed Print > Arts > Artists > B > Arnold Bocklin
Premium Framed Print : The Plague, 1898 (tempera on panel)
Framed Photos from Fine Art Finder
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
© Bridgeman Images
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
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Arnold Bocklin
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Hans the Younger Leu
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> House Mouse
> Arts
> Artists
> B
> Arnold Bocklin
> Asia
> India
> Related Images
> Europe
> Switzerland
> Basel
> Europe
> Switzerland
> Paintings
> Europe
> Switzerland
> Posters
> Europe
> Switzerland
> Related Images
The Plague, 1898 - A Symbolic Allegory of Grief and Death
EDITORS COMMENTS
. 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.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.