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The Triumph of Death (fresco) 1333-36

The Triumph of Death (fresco) 1333-36


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The Triumph of Death (fresco) 1333-36

BAL34572 The Triumph of Death (fresco) 1333-36 by Master of the Triumph of Death, (fl.1360-80) (attributed to); Camposanto, Pisa, Italy; (add.info.: Attributed to either Buonamico Buffalmacco or Francesco Traini; Designed by a member of the Dominican College at Pisa, the fresco reflects the ideals of the order and its emphasis on judgement and the need for people to turn away from the temptations of the world; it promotes Mendicant poverty and cautions against earthly pleasure. ); Italian, out of copyright

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Coffin Corpse Hunting Party Nobleman Pisa Guelph


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This print captures "The Triumph of Death" a powerful fresco created between 1333-36 by the enigmatic Master of the Triumph of Death. Located in Camposanto, Pisa, Italy, this artwork is attributed to either Buonamico Buffalmacco or Francesco Traini. Designed by a member of the Dominican College at Pisa, this fresco reflects the ideals and teachings of the order. It serves as a reminder for people to turn away from worldly temptations and emphasizes judgement and the need for spiritual awakening. The composition promotes Mendicant poverty while cautioning against indulgence in earthly pleasures. Intriguingly detailed, this image depicts a hunting party amidst an eerie scene. A knight on horseback encounters death personified as corpses surround him. Coffins lie open nearby, symbolizing mortality's inevitability regardless of social status or nobility. The horses' presence adds an element of realism to this macabre tableau while highlighting life's fleeting nature even among animals. This juxtaposition reminds viewers that death spares no one. "The Triumph of Death" is not just a painting; it is an allegorical representation that encourages contemplation about our existence and choices we make during our time on earth. Through its haunting imagery and symbolic elements, it invites us to reflect upon our own mortality and consider what truly matters in life beyond material pursuits. This stunning print from Bridgeman Images allows art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate the depth and meaning behind this

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