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Life and death contrasted - or An essay on woman (engraving)
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Life and death contrasted - or An essay on woman (engraving)
602562 Life and death contrasted - or An essay on woman (engraving) by Dighton, Robert (1752-1814); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life and death contrasted - or An essay on woman; based on an original by Robert Dighton); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 22416356
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7 Deadly Sins Arrow Arrow Point Arrows Based Beneath Contrasted Essay Gravestones Gruesome Original Pretension Pride Proud Proudness Pyramid Seven Deadly Sins Skeleton Skin Skull Vanity Defensive Weapon Emotions Feeling Infantry Weapon Robert Dighton
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The engraving "Life and Death Contrasted - or An Essay on Woman" by Robert Dighton is a thought-provoking piece that explores the stark contrast between life and death, as well as the vanity and pride often associated with human existence. The image depicts a woman standing amidst gravestones, her skin pale and her clothing fashionable but somber. Atop her head rests a pyramid adorned with a skull, symbolizing the inevitability of death lurking beneath our lives. In this macabre scene, an arrow pierces through the woman's chest, representing the seven deadly sins that can lead to one's downfall. It serves as a reminder of how our own emotions and pretensions can become weapons against us if we succumb to prideful tendencies. Dighton's original artwork captures not only the physicality of life and death but also delves into deeper emotional themes. The woman's expression reflects both vulnerability and defiance in facing mortality head-on. Through his masterful use of symbolism, Dighton invites viewers to contemplate their own mortality while questioning societal norms surrounding beauty, fashion, and personal identity. This print from Fine Art Finder offers an opportunity for introspection on what it means to be alive in a world where death is inevitable. It challenges us to examine our own actions and emotions while reminding us that true fulfillment lies not in superficial pursuits but in embracing our humanity with humility.
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