Dance of Death: The Nobleman
1526
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1526
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dance of Death: The Nobleman is a 1526 by Hans Holbein the Younger, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This sketch shows a skeletal figure dragging a nobleman by the arm. The nobleman is dressed in fancy clothes, holding a staff, and looks terrified. Nearby, an hourglass sits on the ground, and other skeletons lurk in the background. The title *Der Edelman* (The Nobleman) hints this is part of a series warning that death comes for everyone, rich or poor. The rough lines and stark contrasts make the scene feel urgent. Want to see more? Check out *The Cleveland Museum of Art*.
