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The skeleton of Death leads an old man into a mausoleum, leaving his young widow free to remarry. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816
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The skeleton of Death leads an old man into a mausoleum, leaving his young widow free to remarry. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816
FLO4690390 The skeleton of Death leads an old man into a mausoleum, leaving his young widow free to remarry. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816. by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: The skeleton of Death leads an old man into a mausoleum, leaving his young widow free to remarry. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Thomas Rowlandson from The English Dance of Death, Ackermann, London, 1816.); © Florilegius
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This handcoloured copperplate print by Thomas Rowlandson depicts a poignant scene from "The English Dance of Death". The skeleton of Death takes center stage as it leads an old man into a mausoleum, symbolizing the end of his life. As the old man follows Death's lead, he leaves behind his young widow, now free to remarry and embrace a new chapter in her life. Rowlandson's intricate engravings beautifully capture the macabre dance between life and death. The allegorical nature of this artwork invites contemplation on mortality and the transient nature of human existence. Through his masterful use of caricature, Rowlandson portrays both the fragility and inevitability of aging. Intriguingly, amidst this somber scene is a horse-drawn carriage waiting at the entrance to the mausoleum. Perhaps it represents not only transportation but also serves as a metaphor for moving forward into an uncertain future. "The Skeleton of Death leads an Old Man into a Mausoleum" offers viewers a glimpse into 19th-century British society with its emphasis on love, marriage, and social expectations. This thought-provoking piece reminds us that even in death there is room for rebirth and renewal. Bridgeman Images' reproduction allows contemporary audiences to appreciate Rowlandson's artistic genius while contemplating timeless themes such as love, mortality, and the passage of time.
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