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The skeleton of Death guides an initiate to the Masons, 18th cen, 1803 (engraving)
7233708 The skeleton of Death guides an initiate to the Masons, 18th cen, 1803 (engraving) by Schellenberg, Johann Rudolf (1740-1806); (add.info.: The skeleton of Death, Freund Hans, guides an initiate to a ceremony at a Masonic Lodge, 18th century. The initiate is blindfolded and enters a room with many men sitting around a table with candles. The Masonic lodge. Die Loge der Verschwiegenheit. Copperplate engraving by Johan Georg Mansfeld after an original by Johann Rudolf Schellenberg from Johan Kark Musauss Freund Heins Erscheinungen in Holbeins Manier, (Apparitions of Death in the manner of Holbein) Mannheim, 1803.)
Media ID 25193980
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Allegoric Allegories Allergoric Alllegorical Figure Animal Skeleton Human Person Symbole Symbolical Representation Symbolised Symbolising Symbology Deaths Mortality Passed Away Symbols
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving, titled "The skeleton of Death guides an initiate to the Masons" takes us back to the 18th century and offers a glimpse into the mysterious world of Freemasonry. Created by Johann Rudolf Schellenberg in 1803, this allegorical artwork showcases the initiation process within a Masonic Lodge. In the image, we see an initiate being led by Freund Hans, who is none other than Death personified as a skeleton. The blindfolded newcomer is guided towards a room filled with men seated around a table adorned with candles. This scene symbolizes secrecy and enlightenment, as Freemasons were known for their dedication to knowledge and self-improvement. Schellenberg's intricate copperplate engraving captures the essence of this clandestine society while paying homage to Holbein's artistic style. The black-and-white composition adds depth and intensity to the overall atmosphere, emphasizing both life and mortality. Beyond its historical context, this artwork delves into themes of mortality and human existence. It serves as a reminder that death accompanies us throughout our journey in life, guiding us towards unknown realms just like Freund Hans leads the initiate through his initiation ceremony. "The skeleton of Death guides an initiate to the Masons" stands as not only an intriguing depiction of secret societies but also as a thought-provoking exploration of humanity's relationship with mortality and hidden knowledge.
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