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Wenceslaus Hollar after Hans Holbein the Younger after Abraham van Diepenbeeck

National Gallery of Art

This image shows a skeletal figure facing a warrior. The skeletal figure is holding a scythe and shield, while the warrior is wearing ornate armor and a plumed hat. The scene is surrounded by columns with classical elements and various symbolic items like helmets and a crown with a skull. The base of the columns features armor pieces and a skull. The fencing and architecture in the image create depth and drama.

Artwork Details

Date
1651
Medium
etching with border "Minerva and Hercules" (Pennington 233B)
Dimensions
3476 × 4290 px
Public Domain
Yes
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