17th-Century Memento Mori Print - Winged Skeleton with Hourglass on a Gravestone by Hendrick Hondius (1642)

File-size: 7190 x 11000 Pixel. 

Step 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.

The 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.

Perfect 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.

Ideal 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.

The latin text on the image,

Quis est homo qui vivet et non videbit MORTEM
Horarum fallax Mors incertissima rerum
Attamen Horarum cur tibi cura datur

Can be translated in to something like this:

Who is the man that shall live, and shall not see DEATH?
The deceitful death of the most uncertain hours
However, why should you care about hours?