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Dead Man Angel Grave Sunrise (engraving)
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Dead Man Angel Grave Sunrise (engraving)
1601685 Dead Man Angel Grave Sunrise (engraving) by Absolon, John (1815-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dead Man Angel Grave Sunrise. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 April 1853.
John Absolon); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22264392
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Graves Grief Grieving Mouring Mournful Seraph Seraphs Spirits Sunrise Dead Man Mourning
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Dead Man Angel Grave Sunrise - A Poetic Elegy Captured in Engraving
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. This photo print, titled "Dead Man Angel Grave Sunrise" transports us to a melancholic scene filled with profound emotion and spiritual contemplation. Created by the talented artist John Absolon in 1853, this engraving was originally featured in The Illustrated London News. The image portrays a serene cemetery at daybreak, where an angelic figure hovers above a solitary grave. As the sun's rays gently illuminate the scene, it evokes a sense of hope amidst grief and mourning. This poignant artwork draws inspiration from Kirke White's poetry, exploring themes of loss and transcendence. Absolon masterfully captures the delicate balance between sorrow and serenity through his intricate engravings. The ethereal presence of angels and spirits adds an otherworldly quality to the composition, inviting viewers into a realm beyond our own. In this visual elegy, we are invited to reflect on life's transience while finding solace in divine grace. The interplay between light and shadow symbolizes the eternal cycle of life and death that touches every human soul. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded of art's power to evoke deep emotions within us. It serves as both a testament to human fragility and an affirmation of our capacity for resilience even amidst great loss.
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