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The winged skeleton of Death flies off with a baby. 1792. 1926 (engraving)
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The winged skeleton of Death flies off with a baby. 1792. 1926 (engraving)
7234873 The winged skeleton of Death flies off with a baby. 1792. 1926 (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801); Private Collection; (add.info.: The skeleton of Death flies off with a baby. The winged skeleton jumps in the air with the babe while the sleepy nursemaid rocks an empty cradle in a bedroom. Das Kind. Copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki from a series of Dance of Death, originally published in the Lavenburg Calendar in 1792. Reprinted in Totentanz from the original copperplates by Walther Nithack-Stahn, Eigenbrodler Verlag, Berlin, 1926.); © Florilegius
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The Dance of Death - A Haunting Allegory of Life's Fragility
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. This engraving, created by Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki in 1792 and reprinted in 1926, portrays a chilling scene that delves into the depths of mortality. In this macabre dance, the winged skeleton of Death swoops through the air with an innocent baby cradled in its arms. The skeletal figure soars above a bedroom where a drowsy nursemaid rocks an empty cradle. The image serves as a powerful allegory for life's transience and the inevitability of death. It reminds us that even the most vulnerable among us are not exempt from its grasp. The juxtaposition between the ethereal wingspan of Death and the delicate innocence of infancy creates a haunting contrast. Chodowiecki's copperplate engraving is part of his larger series on Dance of Death, originally published in the Lavenburg Calendar. Its inclusion in Totentanz highlights its enduring impact on art enthusiasts throughout history. As we gaze upon this print, we are confronted with our own mortality and reminded to cherish each precious moment we have with loved ones. It prompts reflection on how fleeting life can be and encourages contemplation about what truly matters. This thought-provoking artwork invites viewers to ponder their own place within the grand tapestry of existence while serving as a poignant reminder that life is fragile yet beautiful – like a delicate dance suspended between birth and death.
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