Et celui qui était monté dessus se nommait la Mort (And his name that sat on him was Death)

Et celui qui était monté dessus se nommait la Mort (And his name that sat on him was Death)

Odilon Redon

1899

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image depicts a skeleton riding a horse, with the skeleton holding a sword in its right hand. The skeleton is wearing a hooded cloak, and its face is visible. The horse is facing to the right, and its body is not fully visible. The background of the image is dark, with some lighter areas around the skeleton and horse. The image is rendered in black and white, with bold lines and shading used to create depth and texture. The overall effect is one of drama and intensity, with the skeleton and horse appearing to be in motion. The use of lithography in this image adds a sense of detail and precision, highlighting the intricate lines and textures of the skeleton and horse. For more information on this technique, look up lithography.

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