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Fine Art Print : The skeleton of Death rocks the cradle of a baby while the nanny sleeps and the distraught mother arrives home. 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 rocks the cradle of a baby while the nanny sleeps and the distraught mother arrives home. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816
FLO4690277 The skeleton of Death rocks the cradle of a baby while the nanny sleeps and the distraught mother arrives home. 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 rocks the cradle of a baby while the nanny sleeps and the distraught mother arrives home. 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 engraving, "The Skeleton of Death Rocks the Cradle," from The English Dance of Death collection. This exquisite hand-coloured copperplate print, published by Ackermann in London in 1816, captures the poignant moment as Death rocks an infant's cradle, with a sleeping nanny oblivious to the impending tragedy. The anguished mother, arriving home to find this chilling scene, adds to the emotional depth of this powerful image. Bring this captivating work of art into your home as a Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, and let its haunting tale resonate with you for years to come.
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 31.2cm (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 and thought-provoking image, we are transported back to 19th century England, where artist Thomas Rowlandson skillfully captures the essence of life's fragility and the inevitability of death. The scene unfolds with a macabre twist as Death himself, embodied by a skeletal figure, rocks the cradle of an innocent baby. The nanny slumbers blissfully unaware in her own peaceful dreams while the distraught mother returns home to witness this haunting spectacle. Rowlandson's handcoloured copperplate engraving from "The English Dance of Death" is both allegorical and satirical, reflecting upon the transient nature of existence and reminding us that death spares no one - not even infants. This darkly humorous caricature serves as a poignant reminder that life can be fleeting and unpredictable. With meticulous detail and expert craftsmanship, Rowlandson masterfully depicts the juxtaposition between innocence (represented by the sleeping baby) and mortality (personified by Death). The use of vibrant colors adds depth to this morbid dance between life and death. As we gaze upon this intriguing print, we are compelled to contemplate our own mortality while marveling at Rowlandson's ability to capture such complex emotions through his art. It serves as a timeless reminder that life is precious but fragile – a delicate balance between joyous moments and inevitable endings.
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