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Canvas Print : The skeleton of Death burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death
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The skeleton of Death burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death
FLO4690316 The skeleton of Death burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816. by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: The skeleton of Death burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816.); © Florilegius
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30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the hauntingly beautiful and thought-provoking art of Thomas Rowlandson into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This captivating image, titled "The Skeleton of Death Burns Down a House," is taken from The English Dance of Death collection by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder (FLO4690316). Witness the grim reaper as he mercilessly sets a house ablaze with torches, while a desperate family attempts to salvage their treasures and put out the flames with water from the pond. Hand-coloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson, this evocative piece is a poignant reminder of the transience of life. Elevate your interior décor with this intriguing and timeless work of art.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this and thought-provoking image, we witness a macabre dance between life and death. The handcoloured copperplate print by Thomas Rowlandson, titled "The skeleton of Death burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond" takes us back to 19th century England. As the flames engulf their home, a desperate family scrambles to salvage their cherished possessions while battling against the relentless force of Death personified. With torches in hand, the skeletal figure orchestrates destruction, reminding us that no one can escape its grasp. Rowlandson's allegorical depiction serves as a powerful commentary on mortality and the fragility of human existence. It highlights our innate desire to protect what is dear to us even in times of great peril. The juxtaposition of life-saving efforts with impending doom creates an atmosphere charged with tension and emotion. This engraving not only showcases Rowlandson's artistic skill but also offers insight into societal concerns during that era. It speaks volumes about themes such as class struggle, vulnerability in the face of disaster, and our eternal quest for preservation. Through this haunting portrayal, we are reminded that life is fleeting and unpredictable – like flickering flames ready to consume everything in their path. Yet amidst chaos and despair, humanity persists in its fight against inevitable demise – an enduring testament to our resilience and determination.
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