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Poster Print : The skeleton of Death burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death
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The skeleton of Death burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death
FLO4690316 The skeleton of Death burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond. 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 burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816.); © Florilegius
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20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring the hauntingly beautiful imagery of Thomas Rowlandson's 'The Skeleton of Death' to your home with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This captivating artwork, published by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder (FLO4690316), depicts Death personified as a skeleton, torching a house while a desperate family attempts to salvage their treasures and douse the flames with water from a nearby pond. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by the masterful Rowlandson, this classic English Dance of Death print is a mesmerizing blend of history, art, and intrigue. Elevate your space with this evocative and thought-provoking piece, available now as a high-quality poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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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In this and thought-provoking image, we witness a macabre dance between life and death. The handcoloured copperplate print by Thomas Rowlandson, titled "The skeleton of Death burns down a house with torches as a family tries to save its treasures and put out the fire with buckets of water from the pond" takes us back to 19th century England. As the flames engulf their home, a desperate family scrambles to salvage their cherished possessions while battling against the relentless force of Death personified. With torches in hand, the skeletal figure orchestrates destruction, reminding us that no one can escape its grasp. Rowlandson's allegorical depiction serves as a powerful commentary on mortality and the fragility of human existence. It highlights our innate desire to protect what is dear to us even in times of great peril. The juxtaposition of life-saving efforts with impending doom creates an atmosphere charged with tension and emotion. This engraving not only showcases Rowlandson's artistic skill but also offers insight into societal concerns during that era. It speaks volumes about themes such as class struggle, vulnerability in the face of disaster, and our eternal quest for preservation. Through this haunting portrayal, we are reminded that life is fleeting and unpredictable – like flickering flames ready to consume everything in their path. Yet amidst chaos and despair, humanity persists in its fight against inevitable demise – an enduring testament to our resilience and determination.
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