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Fine Art Print : The skeleton of Death frees a prisoner from debtors gaol in front of his distraught family. 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 frees a prisoner from debtors gaol in front of his distraught family. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816
FLO4690398 The skeleton of Death frees a prisoner from debtors gaol in front of his distraught family. 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 frees a prisoner from debtors gaol in front of his distraught family. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816.); © Florilegius
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the haunting beauty and poignant narrative of Thomas Rowlandson's iconic print, "The Skeleton of Death Frees a Prisoner from Debtors Gaol." Part of our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection from Bridgeman Images, this handcoloured copperplate drawing and engraving is taken from The English Dance of Death published by Ackermann in London, 1816. Witness the poignant moment as Death releases a debtor from his cell, leaving his distraught family in shock and despair. This exquisite work of art is a powerful reminder of the transience of life and the inescapable cycle of debt and death. Add this captivating piece to your home or office decor and let the story unfold.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 31.3cm (21" x 12.3")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this handcoloured copperplate print by Thomas Rowlandson, we are transported to a scene of great emotional turmoil. The skeleton of Death stands tall and imposing, his bony fingers unlocking the door of a debtors gaol. In front of him, a distraught family watches in disbelief as their loved one is freed from the clutches of imprisonment. The image serves as an allegory for the harsh realities faced by many during this period in England's history. Debt was rampant, and those unable to pay were often confined to debtor's prisons, separated from their families and stripped of their freedom. Here, Death appears almost merciful as he releases the prisoner from his financial burdens. Rowlandson's skillful engraving brings life to each character in the scene. The expressions on the faces of both the family and Death himself convey a range of emotions - despair, hopelessness, fear - creating a poignant tableau that resonates with viewers even today. This macabre dance between life and death serves as a reminder that no one is exempt from hardship or misfortune. It speaks to the universal human experience and forces us to confront our own mortality. As we gaze upon this historic artwork, we are reminded not only of England's past but also how art has always been able to capture profound moments in time with such depth and emotion.
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