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Poster Print : Self-portrait with Death Playing the Fiddle, 1872. Artist: Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901)
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Self-portrait with Death Playing the Fiddle, 1872. Artist: Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901)
Self-portrait with Death Playing the Fiddle, 1872. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin
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Media ID 15011856
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Arnold 1827 1901 Death Symbols Eternity Futility Life And Death Memento Mori Schwitzerland Transience Vain Vanitas Vanity Symbolism
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Arnold Bocklin's Self-portrait with Death Playing the Fiddle, 1872 from Media Storehouse's Poster Prints collection. This evocative artwork, hailing from the esteemed Staatliche Museen, Berlin, showcases Bocklin's masterful blend of realism and symbolism. In this hauntingly beautiful self-portrait, Death, personified as a skeletal figure, plays the violin while the artist looks on, reflecting the transient nature of life. Bring the timeless allure of this iconic artwork into your home or office with our high-quality, vibrant poster prints. Perfect for art enthusiasts, collectors, or anyone seeking to add a touch of elegance and intrigue to their surroundings.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this haunting self-portrait, Arnold Bocklin skillfully captures the delicate balance between life and death. Painted in 1872, "Self-portrait with Death Playing the Fiddle" showcases the artist's mastery of symbolism and allegory. Bocklin places himself at the center of the composition, his gaze fixed upon a skeletal figure playing a mournful tune on a fiddle. This personification of Death serves as a reminder of our own mortality and the fleeting nature of existence. The artist confronts us with our own vanity and futility, urging us to contemplate life's transience. The use of vibrant oil colors adds depth to this mesmerizing piece. Bocklin expertly combines elements from mythology, literature, and fine art tradition to create an image that resonates beyond its time. The presence of Death symbolizes both an end and a beginning – it is not meant to be feared but rather embraced as part of life's journey. Displayed in the collection of Staatliche Museen in Berlin, this painting continues to captivate viewers with its profound exploration into themes such as eternity and memento mori. Bocklin's "Self-portrait with Death Playing the Fiddle" invites contemplation on our place within the grand cycle of life and death while reminding us that even in darkness there can be beauty.
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