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The skeleton of Death as champion boxer. 1827 (engraving)
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The skeleton of Death as champion boxer. 1827 (engraving)
7233003 The skeleton of Death as champion boxer.1827 (engraving) by Dagley, Richard (c.1761-1841); Private Collection; (add.info.: The skeleton of Death in boxing gloves and breeches stands over dead boxers in a ring. Three bare-knuckle prizefighters lie dead next to an empty wine bottle. The Champion. Illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Richard Dagley from his own Deaths Doings, Consisting of Numerous Original Compositions in Verse and Prose, J. Andrews, London, 1827. Dagley (1761-1841) was an English painter, illustrator and engraver.); © Florilegius
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The Skeleton of Death as Champion Boxer - A Haunting Allegory of Defeat
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. In this engraving from 1827, Richard Dagley masterfully depicts an eerie scene that serves as a haunting allegory for the inevitability of defeat. The central figure is none other than the skeleton of Death himself, donning boxing gloves and breeches, standing triumphantly over three lifeless bare-knuckle prizefighters in a desolate ring. Dagley's composition exudes a sense of macabre beauty, with the stark contrast between life and death emphasized by the presence of an empty wine bottle nearby. As viewers gaze upon this print, they are confronted with their own mortality and reminded that even champions must eventually succumb to the ultimate opponent. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his steel engravings. Each line conveys both strength and fragility, capturing the essence of these fallen warriors while simultaneously immortalizing them within this chilling tableau. This powerful image not only showcases Dagley's artistic prowess but also serves as a reflection on human nature itself. It reminds us that no matter how skilled or invincible we may feel in our pursuits, time will always catch up with us. Through his vivid portrayal, Dagley urges us to contemplate our own mortality and consider what legacy we will leave behind when faced with our final bout against Death himself. As we ponder upon "The Skeleton of Death as Champion Boxer" let us remember that it is not just a mere depiction; it is an invitation to reflect on our own lives and embrace each moment before fate delivers its inevitable knockout blow.
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