Poster Print : DANCE OF DEATH, 1490. Death and the Pope / Death and the Emperor
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DANCE OF DEATH, 1490. Death and the Pope / Death and the Emperor
DANCE OF DEATH, 1490.
Death and the Pope/Death and the Emperor. Woodcut from the Latin editon of The Dance of Death printed in Paris in 1490 by Guyot Marchand for the publisher Geoffroi de Marnef
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Media ID 13134229
1490 Allegory Armor Dance Of Death Death Emperor Grim Reaper Guyot Holy Roman Emperor Holy Roman Empire Leader Marchand Personification Plague Pope Skeleton Sword Victim Macabre
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the haunting allure of history with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring "Dance of Death, 1490. Death and the Pope/Death and the Emperor" by 140_1653132 from Granger Art on Demand. This evocative woodcut image, originally published in Paris in 1490, depicts Death personified as a skeletal figure leading both the Pope and Emperor to their inevitable end. A chilling reminder of the universality of mortality, this captivating work of art is now available as a stunning poster print, perfect for adding depth and intrigue to any space in your home or office.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "DANCE OF DEATH, 1490. Death and the Pope / Death and the Emperor" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created as a woodcut from the Latin edition of The Dance of Death printed in Paris in 1490 by Guyot Marchand for publisher Geoffroi de Marnef, this artwork is an allegorical representation of medieval times. The image showcases two powerful figures - the Pope and the Emperor - engaged in a haunting dance with death itself. As personifications of mortality, they are confronted by a grim reaper-like figure wielding a sword, symbolizing their inevitable fate. This macabre scene serves as a reminder that even those who hold immense power cannot escape death's embrace. The intricate details within this woodcut transport us to an era plagued by disease and uncertainty. The armor worn by these leaders signifies their authority while also highlighting their vulnerability against unseen forces such as plague. It is through this dance that we witness both fear and resignation on the faces of these men, realizing that no matter how high one may rise in life, death remains an equalizer. As we contemplate this Renaissance-era artwork today, it offers us insight into our own mortality and reminds us to cherish every moment we have on Earth. It stands as a testament to human fragility but also serves as a call for reflection on what truly matters amidst our transient existence.
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