Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Art > Dance
Two skeletons of Death interrupt a Waggoner on the road
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Two skeletons of Death interrupt a Waggoner on the road
Two skeletons of Death interrupt a Waggoner on the road, killing his horse, smashing his waggon and opening his wine barrels. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Wenceslaus Hollar from The Dance of Death by Hans Holbein, Coxhead, London, 1816
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23194218
© Florilegius/Mary Evans
Barrel Destruction Dray Hans Holbein Hollar Skeletons Violence Waggon Wenceslaus Wine Waggoner
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Farm
> Horses
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Horse
> Related Images
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Wenceslaus Hollar
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Art
> Dance
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
> Popular Themes
> Dance
Two Skeletons of Death Interrupt a Waggoner on the Road
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a hauntingly beautiful and intricately detailed hand-colored copperplate engraving by the renowned artist Wenceslaus Hollar, created in 1816. This engraving is an image from "The Dance of Death" series by Hans Holbein, published by Coxhead in London. The scene portrays a waggoner, who is seemingly oblivious to the impending danger as he calmly sits atop his dray, his horse pulling the heavy load forward. However, the tranquility of the moment is shattered as two skeletons of Death emerge from the shadows, their gaunt faces and bony hands reaching out to claim their victims. The skeletons wield deadly force, killing the unsuspecting horse with a swift blow, smashing the waggon to pieces, and opening the barrels of wine that lay atop it. The once peaceful roadside is now a scene of destruction and violence, with debris scattered about and the lifeless body of the waggoner lying on the ground. The intricacy of the engraving is evident in the fine details of the skeletons' bones, the textures of the waggon and its contents, and the realistic depiction of the horse's anatomy. The hand-coloring adds an extra layer of depth and emotion to the image, making it a truly captivating work of art. This engraving serves as a stark reminder of the inevitability of death and the fragility of life. The skeletons, as personifications of Death, interrupt the waggoner's journey, symbolizing the unexpected and uncontrollable nature of mortality. The image is a powerful commentary on the transience of life and the inevitability of its end.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
