{"product_id":"17th-century-memento-mori-print-winged-skeleton-with-hourglass-on-a-gravestone-by-hendrick-hondius-1642","title":"17th-Century Memento Mori Print - Winged Skeleton with Hourglass on a Gravestone by Hendrick Hondius (1642)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFile-size: 7190 x 11000 Pixel. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep into the mysterious world of 17th-century with this piece of memento mori art. Titled \"Winged Skeleton with Hourglass on a Gravestone,\" this artwork was created originally by the renowned printmaker Hendrick Hondius I in 1642, based on a design by Teodoro Filippo di Liagno.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work features a striking depiction of Death as a winged skeleton holding an hourglass, symbolizing the fleeting nature of time and the inevitability of mortality. Perched on a gravestone, the skeleton is accompanied by a Latin inscription from Psalm 88, reminding viewers of the certainty of death. An additional inscription emphasizes the deceptive passage of hours and the unpredictability of death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for art collectors, history enthusiasts, and those interested in memento mori themes, this digital image adds a touch of classical elegance and philosophical reflection to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for framing, this vintage print can be used to create unique wall art for your home or office, or given as a thoughtful gift to those who appreciate the depth and symbolism of early modern art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe latin text on the image,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuis est homo qui vivet et non videbit MORTEM\u003cbr\u003eHorarum fallax Mors incertissima rerum\u003cbr\u003eAttamen Horarum cur tibi cura datur\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be translated in to something like this:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho is the man that shall live, and shall not see DEATH?\u003cbr\u003eThe deceitful death of the most uncertain hours\u003cbr\u003eHowever, why should you care about hours?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DigiArt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48782588641608,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9911\/0728\/files\/Wingedskeletonwithhourglassonagravestone-HendrickHondius-1642mo1.jpg?v=1721068008","url":"https:\/\/digiartloveshop.com\/products\/17th-century-memento-mori-print-winged-skeleton-with-hourglass-on-a-gravestone-by-hendrick-hondius-1642","provider":"digiARTguy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}