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The skeleton of Death and the lawyer. 1827 (engraving)
7233018 The skeleton of Death and the lawyer. 1827 (engraving) by Dagley, Richard (c.1761-1841); Private Collection; (add.info.: The skeleton of Death and the lawyer. The barrister in wig and gown sits at a table writing a document with a quill pen. Death enters his chambers with a brief. Illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Richard Dagley from his own Deaths Doings, Consisting of Numerous Original Compositions in Verse and Prose, J. Andrews, London, 1827. Dagley (1761-1841) was an English painter, illustrator and engraver.); © Florilegius
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The Skeleton of Death and the Lawyer
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is a captivating 1827 engraving by Richard Dagley that depicts a thought-provoking allegory. In this artwork, we witness a barrister, dressed in traditional wig and gown, diligently writing with a quill pen at his desk. However, an unexpected visitor enters the lawyer's chambers - Death himself. This powerful image serves as a reminder of life's transience and the inevitability of mortality. The juxtaposition between the lawyer's focused work and Death's arrival creates an atmosphere filled with tension and introspection. It prompts us to reflect on our own mortality and question the true value of worldly pursuits. Dagley skillfully captures this allegorical scene through intricate details and expert engraving techniques. His composition invites viewers to contemplate their own existence while pondering themes such as justice, fate, and the fleeting nature of human accomplishments. As an English painter, illustrator, and engraver, Dagley was known for his ability to convey complex ideas through visual storytelling. "The Skeleton of Death and the Lawyer" is just one example from his collection titled "Deaths Doings" which features numerous original compositions in verse and prose. This fascinating print from Dagley's oeuvre continues to captivate audiences today with its timeless message about life's impermanence. It reminds us that even those who seem invincible are ultimately subject to death's embrace.
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