Mounted Print : Skeleton and Skull
Mounted Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Skeleton and Skull
A skeleton, and a skull and crossbones
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 624936
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10067643
1640 Allegories Cross Bones Skeleton Skull
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Add an intriguing and mysterious touch to your home decor with our Mounted Photos from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of a skeleton and skull by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This hauntingly beautiful print, showcasing the raw essence of nature, is perfect for those who appreciate the art of the macabre. The high-quality matte finish and sturdy mounting ensure a long-lasting and eye-catching display. Bring the allure of the unknown into your space and start a conversation with this unique addition to your collection.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 8.5cm (8" x 3.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image, titled "Skeleton and Skull," is a powerful reminder of the inescapable reality of mortality. Dating back to circa 1640, this historical print depicts a skeleton, its bones picked clean, seated at a table adorned with a skull and crossbones. The skull, with its hollow eye sockets and gaping mouth, gazes back at the skeleton, symbolizing the inexorable passage from life to death. The allegorical significance of the skull and crossbones is rooted in the 17th century, when it was commonly used as a memento mori, or reminder of death. The crossbones represented the transience of life, while the skull served as a stark reminder of the inevitability of mortality. The skeleton, clad in tattered clothing and holding a hourglass, further emphasizes the fleeting nature of existence. The hourglass, an iconic symbol of time's relentless march, underscores the idea that life is a finite resource. This haunting print, with its intricate details and somber mood, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when death was a more omnipresent presence in daily life. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of cherishing each moment and living life to the fullest, for we are all, ultimately, mere bones and dust. The print's aged appearance, with its frayed edges and worn texture, adds to its authenticity and historical significance. It is a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the human condition and provoke reflection on the meaning of life and death.
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