The Monk, from the Dance of Death 1651 - 1800

"The Monk, from the Dance of Death" is an etching by Wenceslaus Hollar, a prolific 17th-century artist known for his detailed and evocative works. This print, created between 1651 and 1800, depicts a monk fleeing from Death, personified as a skeletal figure. The scene is set against a crumbling architectural backdrop, emphasizing the inevitability of mortality. Hollar's masterful use of line and shadow creates a sense of urgency and drama, while the Latin inscription adds a layer of religious and philosophical meaning, referencing Psalm 107. This artwork is a powerful reminder of the universal experience of death and its enduring place in human consciousness.