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The Nun, from The Dance of Death, engraved by Hans Lutzelburger, c. 1538
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The Nun, from The Dance of Death, engraved by Hans Lutzelburger, c. 1538
XJF143250 The Nun, from The Dance of Death, engraved by Hans Lutzelburger, c.1538 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by Holbein the Younger, Hans (1497/8-1543) (after); Private Collection; German, out of copyright
Media ID 12725145
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Danse Macabre Lute Player Mortality
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This print captures "The Nun" from "The Dance of Death" engraved by Hans Lutzelburger in 1538. Created as a woodcut, this haunting image is based on the original artwork by Holbein the Younger. The nun, depicted as a skeleton, kneels in prayer within a bedroom setting. Symbolizing mortality and the inevitability of death, this powerful portrayal invites contemplation and reflection. The skeletal figure's posture exudes devotion and humility as she bows before an altar adorned with religious symbols. Her presence amidst everyday objects serves as a reminder that death spares no one, regardless of their station or occupation. Intriguingly, another figure can be seen in the background - a musician playing the lute. This juxtaposition between life and death adds depth to the composition, emphasizing both the transience of existence and its interconnectedness with art and music. "The Nun" is part of a larger series known as "Danse Macabre" which depicts various individuals encountering death personified. Through these macabre scenes, artists sought to remind viewers of life's fragility while encouraging them to live virtuously. This remarkable print showcases not only exceptional craftsmanship but also invites us to contemplate our own mortality through its evocative imagery. It reminds us that even in moments of prayerful solitude or artistic expression, we are ultimately bound together by our shared fate – dancing alongside death until our final breaths.
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