Skulls Collection (page 5)

Posada, skeletons of tradesmen
Posada endpapers, skeletons of tradesmen, including a tailor, a shoemaker, a hat maker, a carpenter, and a bill sticker. Date: circa 1910s

Posada, Calavera of the Female Dandy, Mexico
Calavera of the Female Dandy, Mexico. circa 1910s

Calavera de la Adelita, Mexico -- La Adelita is a famous Mexican folk song of the revolutionary period (1910-1920), about a female soldier and supporter of the revolutionary leader Francisco Madero

Calavera Mexico 1900s Death Skull Bones Mexican
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Mexico 1860s Mexican Comic Humour Death Macabre
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Calavera of Don Juan Tenorio -- a version of the legend of Don Juan. The stone statue on the right refers to the statue which comes to life and drags Don Juan to hell. Date: circa 1900s

Calavera of the Purring Cat, Mexico. Date: circa 1900s

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Calavera of the Dandy, Mexico
Calavera (skull or death's head) of the Dandy, Mexico. circa 1910s

Title page design, skull. Date: circa 1910s

The Triumph of Death, by Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Pieter Bruegel the Elder (circa 1525?1569), Flemish Renaissance painter. The Triumph of Death. Oil on panel. Museo del Prado. Madrid. Spain. Date: 1562

Egyptian skulls
Egypt. Skulls. Initial Late Period. One of them is dated after 664 BC. 26th dynasty or Saite Period (672-525 BC). From cemetery near Tura. The other has uncertain date and unknown origin

The End of the world and the Last Judgement. The dead will come out of the tombs. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy

Cartoon, Bread and Circuses, WW1
Cartoon, Bread and Circuses. The figure of Death kneels by his broken sword. He says he's done enough now, and would like some bread to eat. Date: 1916

California Usa America American Death Valley
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Broken Mass grave at Skiathos, Greece
An incredible photograph of a large broken stone mortuary monument with the contents (many skeletons) spilling forth Date: circa 1910s

The Triumph of Death (detail), by Pieter Bruegel the Elder
Pieter Bruegel The Elder, called Peasant Bruegel (1525-1569). The Triumph of Death (detail). Date: circa 1562

BATTLE OF SOLFERINO 13
Preparing a monument to the dead of Solferino, using their skulls and bones. Date: June 1859

CHAPEL OF DEATH
The macabre Chapel of the Church of Death, decorated with skeletons and skulls. Is this an actual place, or a surreal fantasy ? Date: circa 1820

PILE OF SKULLS PHOTO
A pile of skulls, in an unidentified location. Date: 20th century

The last sacrifice of the women of the Otomie. Date: First published: 1893

RACIAL/MANDAN CEMETERY
Mandan cemetery: the ring of skulls is where the ceremonies take place; beyond are the platforms on which the bodies of the dead are laid Date: circa 1830

Caricature of Victoriano Huerta, military officer, Mexico
Caricature of Victoriano Huerta (1850-1916), a military officer who became the 35th President of Mexico in 1913, but was overthrown in 1914. Date: 1913-1914

Zapatista caricature, Mexico
Caricature of a Zapatista with a skull face - a supporter of Emiliano Zapata, leading figure in the Mexican Revolution (1910-1920). circa 1911

Cartoon, Death, the real King of Greece. Date: 1870

MANDAN CEMETERY 1830S
A cemetery of the Mandan people. The ring of skulls is where ceremonies take place, beyond are the platforms on which the bodies of the dead are laid Date: 1830s

CRO-MAGNON MAN SKULLS
The skull of Cro-Magnon man (Homo Sapiens) Date: circa 30, 000 BC

Initiation crown with skulls, 18th-19th century (gilt, paint & leather)
1071562 Initiation crown with skulls, 18th-19th century (gilt, paint & leather) by Anonymous; 27.9x58.4x0.6 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Silk crowns or headdresses, like this)

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The Penitent Magdalene (oil)
7414860 The Penitent Magdalene (oil) by Trevisani, Francesco (1656-1746); 70.8 x 65.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: By Francesco Trevisani); Photo © Christie's Images

Doctor Faustus, 1652 (Etching)
7393422 Doctor Faustus, 1652 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 21 x 16 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

Saint Jerome the Penitent, c. 1600 (painting)
7352749 Saint Jerome the Penitent, c.1600 (painting) by Glielmo, Francesco (fl.17th century); Galleria Nazionale di Palazzo Spinola, Genoa, Liguria

Allegory of Satan (Lord of the World), c. 1900 (oil on canvas)
7381619 Allegory of Satan (Lord of the World), c.1900 (oil on canvas) by Stasiak, Ludwik (1858-1924); 200 x 145 cm; National Museum, Krakow, Poland; (add.info.: by Ludwik Stasiak (1858-1924))

Saint Jerome and the angel, 1626, Jusepe de Ribera (oil on canvas)
7064281 Saint Jerome and the angel, 1626, Jusepe de Ribera (oil on canvas) by Ribera, Jusepe de (c.1590-1652); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Saint Jerome and the angel)

Saint Mary Magdalene penitent, 17th century (painting)
7129361 Saint Mary Magdalene penitent, 17th century (painting) by Reni, Guido (1575-1642); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Saint Mary Magdalene penitent, Guido Reni)

Landscape with penitent Magdalen, (painting)
7129312 Landscape with penitent Magdalen, (painting) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); Galleria Doria Pamphilj, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Landscape with penitent Magdalen, Annibale Carracci)

Mask Molds, 1930s (earthenware)
7352186 Mask Molds, 1930s (earthenware) by Mexican School; San Antonio Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: Celaya, Guanajuato)

Saint Francis in the wilderness, 16th century (oil on canvas)
7129539 Saint Francis in the wilderness, 16th century (oil on canvas) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome

St Francis, (painting)
7129327 St Francis, (painting) by Albani, Francesco (1578-1660); Galleria Doria Pamphilj, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: St Francis, Francesco Albani, Doria Pamphilj gallery, Rome)

St Francis in meditation, 17th century (painting)
7129415 St Francis in meditation, 17th century (painting) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: St Francis in meditation)

Vision of St Jerome, (painting)
7129218 Vision of St Jerome, (painting) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666); Museo della Citta, Rimini, Italy; (add.info.: Vision of St Jerome, Guercino)

Sheperds in Arcadia, 17th century (painting)
7129417 Sheperds in Arcadia, 17th century (painting) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Sheperds in Arcadia)

Penitent Magdalene, 1618 (oil on canvas)
7352692 Penitent Magdalene, 1618 (oil on canvas) by Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644); 97x73 cm; Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa, Liguria

Mary Magdalene, 17th-18th century (painting)
7129457 Mary Magdalene, 17th-18th century (painting) by Trevisani, Francesco (1656-1746); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Mary Magdalene, Francesco Trevisani)

Saint Jerome, 17th century (oil on canvas)
7129534 Saint Jerome, 17th century (oil on canvas) by Ribera, Jusepe de (c.1590-1652) (follower of); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Saint Jerome)

St Francis being held up by an angel whilst in ecstasy, (painting)
7130055 St Francis being held up by an angel whilst in ecstasy, (painting) by Crispin of Viterbo (1668-1750); Santa Maria della Vittoria, Rome

St. Mary Magdalene, 1678 (oil on canvas)
7352721 St. Mary Magdalene, 1678 (oil on canvas) by Piola, Domenico the Elder (1627-1703); 300x198 cm; Oratorio di Santa Maria Maddalena, Laigueglia, Liguria

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Skulls, a fascinating symbol of life and death, have captivated human curiosity for centuries. Primate skulls offer us a glimpse into our evolutionary past, reminding us of our shared ancestry with these intelligent creatures. In the Ossuary Chapel in Valletta, Malta, thousands of skeletal remains are meticulously arranged to create an eerie yet awe-inspiring sight. This macabre display serves as a poignant reminder of mortality and the transient nature of existence. Sugar skull decorations adorning the streets during the Day of the Dead festival in San Miguel de Allende bring vibrancy and color to this ancient Mexican tradition. These intricate designs pay homage to loved ones who have passed away while celebrating their lives with joyous festivities. Goddess Kali, often depicted with a necklace made from human skulls around her neck, represents both creation and destruction in Hindu mythology. Her fierce image reminds us that life is full of contrasts and cycles. Patzcuaro in Michoacan state, Mexico is renowned for its sugar candy skulls crafted during the Day of the Dead celebrations. These sweet treats not only satisfy taste buds but also honor deceased loved ones by capturing their essence through vibrant colors and delicate details. The Ossuary Chapel once again emerges in Valletta, Malta as it houses another collection - an enduring testament to mortality's grip on humanity throughout history. Its haunting presence invites introspection about our own impermanence. Artworks like "Penitent Magdalen" depict Saint Mary Magdalene seeking redemption through penance. The skull motif within such paintings serves as a memento mori – a reminder that death awaits all regardless of status or piety. Scientific discoveries like Peking Man shed light on our evolutionary journey by providing crucial links between species long gone but not forgotten. These ancient remains deepen our understanding of human origins while fueling further exploration into our collective past.