The image depicts a skeletal figure standing upright, holding a large scythe across its shoulders. Its face shows a grinning skull, and the head is bald with no visible hair. The figure appears to be covered in draped cloth, holding an hourglass in one hand. It is surrounded by dark, textured shading. In the background, there are silhouettes resembling castle or church spires. The overall use of light and dark shading creates a stark contrast that emphasizes the spectral figure.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1895
- Medium
- zincograph in black on heavy japan paper
- Dimensions
- 8965 × 11723 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original