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The Dance of Death: Death by the open tomb, 1490 (fresco)
XOT366538 The Dance of Death: Death by the open tomb, 1490 (fresco) by Kastav, Janez (fl.c.1490); Church of the Holy Trinity, Hrastovlje, Slovenia; (add.info.: from the south wall of the nave; Danse macabre; danza macabra; Johannes de Castua; ); out of copyright
Media ID 12867491
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10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the haunting beauty and timeless allure of medieval art with Media Storehouse's range of Photographic Prints. This exquisite image, "The Dance of Death: Death by the open tomb, 1490 (fresco)" by Janez Kastav, showcases Death personified in all his ghastly glory as he emerges from an open tomb. Captured in stunning detail from the Church of the Holy Trinity in Hrastovlje, this Fine Art Finder masterpiece from Bridgeman Art transforms any space into a gallery, inviting reflection on life and mortality. Bring a piece of history into your home with our high-quality, museum-grade prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Dance of Death: Death by the open tomb, 1490 (fresco) captures a hauntingly beautiful scene that explores the timeless theme of mortality. Painted by Janez Kastav in the late 15th century, this mesmerizing fresco adorns the south wall of the nave in the Church of the Holy Trinity in Hrastovlje, Slovenia. In this artwork, we witness Death personified as a skeletal figure emerging from an open tomb. The allegorical depiction serves as a reminder that death is an inevitable part of life's journey. With its meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of light and shadow, Kastav's work evokes both awe and contemplation. The presence of a spade near Death suggests that it is not only a symbol for mortality but also represents our earthly existence being transient. Surrounding Death are scattered bones and skulls, further emphasizing our mortal nature and reminding us that all things must eventually return to dust. Kastav's mural belongs to the genre known as Danse macabre or danza macabra - artistic expressions popular during medieval times which depicted various figures dancing with skeletons representing death itself. This particular piece showcases his exceptional skill in capturing both beauty and melancholy within one frame. As we gaze upon this print from Fine Art Finder, we are invited to reflect on our own mortality while appreciating Kastav's mastery in conveying such profound themes through art.
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