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Poster Print : The skeleton of Death comes for Tom Higgins, a bricklayers lad who has expired waiting for a dish outside an inn. 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 comes for Tom Higgins, a bricklayers lad who has expired waiting for a dish outside an inn. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816
FLO4690480 The skeleton of Death comes for Tom Higgins, a bricklayers lad who has expired waiting for a dish outside an inn. 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 comes for Tom Higgins, a bricklayers lad who has expired waiting for a dish outside an inn. 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 a touch of historical intrigue to your walls with the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring 'The Skeleton of Death comes for Tom Higgins' by Thomas Rowlandson. This captivating image, taken from The English Dance of Death published by Ackermann in London, 1816, showcases the skeletal figure of Death claiming the life of a young bricklayer, Tom Higgins, as he waits for his dish outside an inn. Hand-coloured copperplate drawings and engravings by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder add an authentic, antique charm to this evocative and thought-provoking piece. Elevate your home or office decor with this unique and intriguing work of art.
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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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The captivating print titled "The skeleton of Death comes for Tom Higgins, a bricklayers lad who has expired waiting for a dish outside an inn" takes us back to the year 1816 in London. Created by Thomas Rowlandson, this handcoloured copperplate engraving is part of his renowned work called The English Dance of Death. In this macabre scene, we witness the unexpected demise of young Tom Higgins as he patiently waits outside an inn for his meal. Death himself appears in the form of a skeletal figure, symbolizing the inevitable end that awaits us all. This allegorical representation serves as a reminder of our mortality and the transient nature of life. Rowlandson's intricate details and skillful use of color bring depth and emotion to this piece. The bustling atmosphere around the inn contrasts sharply with Tom's lifeless body, emphasizing the suddenness and unpredictability of death. This print not only showcases Rowlandson's artistic talent but also provides insight into British society during that era. It reflects on themes such as class divisions, human vulnerability, and societal norms surrounding food consumption. "The skeleton of Death comes for Tom Higgins" invites viewers to contemplate their own mortality while appreciating Rowlandson's masterful storytelling through art. It serves as a poignant reminder that life is fleeting and encourages us to make every moment count.
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