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The skeleton of Death and old man Time come to take Goody Bartons old husband, but the cart is too full of corpses already. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London
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The skeleton of Death and old man Time come to take Goody Bartons old husband, but the cart is too full of corpses already. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London
FLO4690159 The skeleton of Death and old man Time come to take Goody Bartons old husband, but the cart is too full of corpses already. 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 and old man Time come to take Goody Bartons old husband, but the cart is too full of corpses already. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816); © Florilegius
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This handcoloured copperplate print by Thomas Rowlandson, titled "The skeleton of Death and old man Time come to take Goody Bartons old husband, but the cart is too full of corpses already" offers a thought-provoking glimpse into the themes of mortality and time. Created in 1816 as part of The English Dance of Death series, this engraving showcases Rowlandson's exceptional talent for caricature. In this scene, we witness Death personified as a skeletal figure accompanied by an elderly representation of Time. They have arrived to claim Goody Barton's aged husband, yet find their cart overflowing with corpses. Symbolizing the inevitability and universality of death, this image serves as a reminder that no one can escape its grasp. Rowlandson's meticulous attention to detail is evident in his masterful use of color and shading techniques. The horse-drawn cart filled with bodies creates a chilling atmosphere while highlighting the sheer magnitude and fear associated with mortality. The juxtaposition between the animated skeleton and frail old man emphasizes the stark contrast between life and death. This print not only reflects on individual mortality but also comments on societal observations during 19th-century England. It touches upon themes such as population growth, aging demographics, and fears surrounding death itself. Overall, Rowlandson's "The skeleton of Death" invites viewers to contemplate their own mortality while appreciating his skillful artistry in capturing these profound concepts within a single image.
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