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Death comes to the Old Man, or the Hermit, from Der Todten Tanz, published Basel
KW278037 Death comes to the Old Man, or the Hermit, from Der Todten Tanz, published Basel, 1843 (litho) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dance of Death; Totentanz; ); Ken Welsh; German, out of copyright
Media ID 12786391
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Aged Aiding Assisting Danse Macabre Grim Reaper Helping Psalterion Psaltery Stringed Instrument Zither Mortality Northern Renaissance Portative
12"x10" Modern Frame
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10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print titled "Death comes to the Old Man, or the Hermit" transports us back in time to the medieval era. Created by Holbein the Younger and published in Basel in 1843, this lithograph is a haunting depiction of mortality and the dance of death. In this image, we witness an elderly man being led towards his inevitable demise by Death himself. The skeletal figure of Death, clad in a flowing cloak, stands tall and imposing next to the frail old man. With a stringed instrument resembling a zither in hand, Death seems to be orchestrating their macabre dance. The aged man leans on his walking stick for support as he follows Death's lead. His face reflects both resignation and acceptance of his fate. This portrayal reminds us that death is an unavoidable part of life's journey, regardless of age or status. The intricate details captured by Holbein transport us into a world where mortality looms large. The woodcut style adds depth and texture to every line and contour, enhancing the overall sense of foreboding. This powerful artwork serves as a reminder that our time on earth is limited but also encourages contemplation about how we choose to live our lives before facing our own encounter with Death's cold embrace.
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