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Canvas Print : Death and the Emperor, from The Dance of Death, engraving by Hans Lutzelburger, c
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Death and the Emperor, from The Dance of Death, engraving by Hans Lutzelburger, c
XJF143267 Death and the Emperor, from The Dance of Death, engraving by Hans Lutzelburger, c.1538 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 12725183
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Danse Macabre Enthroned Sceptre Mortality
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Experience the haunting beauty of Hans Lutzelburger's engraving, "Death and the Emperor," from The Dance of Death series. This captivating canvas print, featuring the iconic image of Death claiming an emperor, is a timeless masterpiece from the fine art collection at Bridgeman Art. Bring the intrigue and mystery of this 16th-century woodcut into your home or office, and elevate your space with this stunning and thought-provoking work of art. Order your Death and the Emperor canvas print today and join the endless dance with Death.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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 captures the essence of Hans Lutzelburger's engraving, "Death and the Emperor" from The Dance of Death series. Created around 1538, this woodcut masterpiece is a haunting portrayal of mortality. In this scene, we see an emperor seated on his majestic throne, adorned with a crown and holding symbols of power - an orb, sceptre, and sword. However, what makes this image truly intriguing is the presence of Death itself. Cloaked in skeletal form, Death stands before the emperor as a reminder that even rulers are not exempt from its grasp. The juxtaposition between life and death is strikingly depicted here. The emperor kneels before Death in submission while still clutching onto his earthly possessions. This powerful visual metaphor serves as a poignant reminder that no matter how mighty or influential one may be in life, death ultimately claims us all. Hans Holbein the Younger skillfully captured Lutzelburger's intricate engravings through photography to preserve their artistic brilliance for generations to come. This particular print showcases the danse macabre theme prevalent throughout The Dance of Death series - a dance between life and death that transcends time. Displayed within private collections today, this evocative artwork continues to provoke contemplation about our own mortality and reminds us that regardless of status or power held during our lifetime; we are all equal in facing our inevitable fate.
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