Poster Print : O death, where is thy sting?
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O death, where is thy sting?
O death, where is thy sting?. Illustration shows the Grim Reaper falling down a hillside, losing his crown and breaking his scythe, after being knocked away from a speeding train with a passenger car labeled Steel Car racing along the tracks. Date 1913 October 29. O death, where is thy sting?. Illustration shows the Grim Reaper falling down a hillside, losing his crown and breaking his scythe, after being knocked away from a speeding train with a passenger car labeled Steel Car racing along the tracks. Date 1913 October 29
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18x24 inch Poster Print
"Introducing the captivating 'O Death, Where is Thy Sting?' poster print from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic illustration from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the unexpected sight of the Grim Reaper, once an unyielding figure, tumbling down a hillside, losing his crown and shattering his scythe. This evocative and thought-provoking image, derived from the rich archive of Mary Evans Prints Online, is now available as a stunning poster print. Embrace the allure of the unexpected and bring this intriguing depiction of mortality into your home or office space. Order now and let the conversation begin."
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 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
O Death, Where is Thy Sting?
EDITORS COMMENTS
: A Playful Take on Mortality in a 1913 Cartoon This illustration, titled "O Death, Where is Thy Sting?", dates back to October 29, 1913, and offers a whimsical perspective on the inevitability of death. The image, published in a magazine, portrays the Grim Reaper in an unexpected predicament. The Grim Reaper, traditionally depicted as a skeletal figure with a scythe and a crown, is shown tumbling down a hillside in a state of disarray. His crown has been knocked off his head, and his scythe lies in pieces at the foot of the hill. The cause of this chaos? A speeding steel train, labeled "Steel Car," barreling down the tracks. The phrase "O Death, Where is Thy Sting?" is a quote from a poem by John Donne, published in 1611, which contemplates the idea that death, while inevitable, may not be as terrifying as it seems. The cartoonist's playful interpretation of this concept is evident in the image of the Grim Reaper being outmaneuvered by a seemingly mundane technological marvel – a train. This illustration, with its clever use of symbolism and humor, serves as a reminder that even the most feared aspects of life can be reimagined in a lighthearted way. The image, while not commercial in nature, is a fascinating glimpse into the cultural attitudes of the early 20th century and the way death was perceived during that time. The "O Death, Where is Thy Sting?" illustration is a captivating example of the power of art to challenge our perceptions and provoke thought. It invites us to ponder the inevitability of death and the ways in which we choose to confront it, both in our daily lives and in our collective cultural consciousness.
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