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Skeleton of death aiming a dart at a corpulent man eating
Skeleton of death aiming a dart at a corpulent man eating at a dining table with a knife and fork. Death and the Glutton. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Joshua Gleadah after an illustration by Benedictus Antonio Van Assen from The British Dance of Death, Hodgson, London, 1823
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This haunting hand-colored copperplate engraving, titled "Skeleton of Death aiming a dart at a corpulent man eating," is an evocative image from The British Dance of Death series published by Hodgson in London in 1823. The engraving, created by Joshua Gleadah after an illustration by Benedictus Antonio Van Assen, depicts the Grim Reaper, or Skeleton of Death, poised to throw a dart at a corpulent man who is obliviously engrossed in his meal. The man, with a wig and bald head, is shown with a knife and fork in hand, a glass of red wine, or claret, nearby. The table is set with fine china and silverware, suggesting a scene of indulgence and excess. The Dance of Death was a popular series of prints during the Regency era, which depicted the Grim Reaper claiming victims from all walks of life, regardless of their social status or wealth. This image, in particular, highlights the theme of gluttony and the consequences of overindulgence. The skeleton's bony fingers grip the dart with determination, ready to pierce the man's flesh and mark his time. The man, oblivious to the impending threat, continues to eat and drink, his face contorted in pleasure. The intricately detailed engraving, with its rich colors and bold lines, captures the stark contrast between life and death, pleasure and consequence. The image serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of life and the importance of moderation and balance. The Dance of Death series, with its macabre yet beautiful imagery, continues to captivate and intrigue viewers to this day.
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