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Skeleton of death aiming a dart at a woman sewing a garment
Skeleton of death aiming a dart at a woman sewing a garment. Death and the Seamstress. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Joshua Gleadah after an illustration by Benedictus Antonio Van Assen from The British Dance of Death, Hodgson, London, 1823
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Aiming Antonio Arrow Assen Benedictus Cruikshank Dart Garment Gleadah Joshua Piano Regency Sewing Skeleton Student Musical
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a whimsical and intriguing twist to your home decor with the Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring 'Death and the Seamstress.' This captivating image from Mary Evans Picture Library, an exquisite handcolored copperplate engraving by Joshua Gleadah after an illustration by Benedictus Antonio Van Assen, showcases the Skeleton of Death in an unexpected moment. He aims a dart at a woman intently focused on her sewing, creating a thought-provoking juxtaposition of life and death. Add this unique and enchanting piece to your wall and start a conversation with every visitor to your home.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Skeleton of Death Aiming a Dart at a Woman Sewing a Garment," a captivating hand-colored copperplate engraving from the British Dance of Death series, created by Benedictus Antonio Van Assen and engraved by Joshua Gleadah in 1823. This hauntingly beautiful image depicts Death personified as a skeleton, poised to hurl a dart at an unsuspecting woman as she focuses intently on her sewing. The woman, dressed in the fashionable attire of the Regency era, is engrossed in her work, oblivious to the imminent threat looming over her. The Dance of Death, also known as the Danse Macabre, is a series of medieval allegorical representations of Death as a skeleton, leading various figures from all walks of life to their graves. This particular illustration, with its intricate details and vivid colors, highlights the fragility of life and the inevitability of death. In the background, a musical student plays a piano, seemingly unaware of the scene unfolding before him. The juxtaposition of the mundane activities of daily life and the impending specter of death serves as a poignant reminder of the transience of human existence. The intricate details of the woman's garment, the skeleton's bony fingers, and the rich textures of the background all contribute to the overall sense of depth and intrigue in this work of art. This hauntingly beautiful image, created by the talented hands of Van Assen and Gleadah, invites us to reflect on the fragility of life and the inevitability of death, while also showcasing the intricacies of the Regency era and the art of hand-colored copperplate engraving.
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