The Dance Of Death

Discover the hauntingly beautiful world of 'The Dance of Death,' a remarkable B-format paperback that showcases one of the greatest Renaissance woodcut sequences by Hans Holbein. This stunning edition, published by Penguin UK in 2016, is a must-have for art lovers, history enthusiasts, and collectors alike. Spanning 240 pages, it presents a complete set of Holbein's exceptional woodcuts, stunningly reproduced from the British Museum. Each miniature artwork delves into the themes of mortality and the human condition with dramatic wit and horror, capturing the timeless message that death is an equalizer, affecting the emperor as much as the ploughman. Ulinka Rublack's insightful essay provides a gripping introduction to the late medieval danse macabre and Holbein's historical context, enriching your reading experience. Perfect for those exploring Renaissance art, medieval history, or the philosophical reflections on life and death, this edition serves not only as an exquisite visual piece but also as an intellectual treasure. With FREE shipping available, add this classic to your collection today and immerse yourself in the intricate interplay of life, art, and death. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of history that seamlessly combines visual artistry and profound thematic explorations.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141396828
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2016
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 240


Description:
'The underlying message of the series is, of course, that Death comes for us all, and if it interrupts the recreations of the wealthy rather more insolently than those of the poor, then let that be a lesson to us' Nick Lezard, Guardian

A new departure in Penguin Classics- a book containing one of the greatest of all Renaissance woodcut sequences - Holbein's bravura danse macabre
One of Holbein's first great triumphs, The Dance of Death is an incomparable sequence of tiny woodcuts showing the folly of human greed and pride, with each image packed with drama, wit and horror as a skeleton mocks and terrifies everyone from the emperor to a ploughman. Taking full advantage of the new literary culture of the early 16th century, The Dance of Death took an old medieval theme and made it new.
This edition of The Dance of Death reproduces a complete set from the British Museum, with many details highlighted and examples of other works in this grisly field.
Ulinka Rublack introduces the woodcuts with a remarkable essay on the late medieval danse macabre and the world Holbein lived in.


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