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The skeleton of Death helps a landowner take aim with a musket at boys poaching in his garden trying to flee over a wall. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816
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The skeleton of Death helps a landowner take aim with a musket at boys poaching in his garden trying to flee over a wall. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816
FLO4690300 The skeleton of Death helps a landowner take aim with a musket at boys poaching in his garden trying to flee over a wall. 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 helps a landowner take aim with a musket at boys poaching in his garden trying to flee over a wall. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816.); © Florilegius
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In this print from 1816, we are transported to a garden scene filled with tension and macabre humor. The skeleton of Death himself is depicted assisting a landowner in his pursuit of justice against boys who dare to poach in his cherished garden. With a musket firmly in hand, the landowner takes aim at the fleeing culprits attempting to scale over a wall. Handcolored by Thomas Rowlandson, this copperplate engraving showcases the artist's skillful attention to detail and ability to capture both satire and allegory. The image serves as an allegorical representation of civilization's struggle against those who defy its rules. The juxtaposition of life and death is strikingly portrayed through the presence of Death aiding the landowner. It reminds us that even in our most mundane activities, mortality looms nearby. Rowlandson's caricature-like style adds an element of dark humor to this otherwise serious subject matter. As we examine this artwork further, we notice various plants adorning the garden, symbolizing growth and fertility amidst chaos. This visual contrast highlights humanity's constant battle between order and rebellion. This print not only reflects on societal issues such as poaching but also offers commentary on power dynamics within British society during that time period. It serves as a reminder that no one is exempt from facing consequences for their actions – not even mischievous boys or affluent landowners. Overall, Rowlandson masterfully captures both the absurdity and gravity of human existence through this thought-provoking piece from "The English Dance of Death. "
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