All is Vanity | Charles Allan Gilbert | 1892

"All is Vanity" (1892) by Charles Allan Gilbert is a famous optical illusion illustration that cleverly juxtaposes beauty with mortality. At first glance, the image appears to be a human skull. However, upon closer inspection, it reveals a woman seated at her vanity table, gazing into a mirror. The woman's reflection, along with the objects on the table and the shape of the mirror, form the illusion of a skull. The artwork is a classic memento mori—reminding viewers of the transience of life and the futility of vanity.

Print:

A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish. This museum quality paper is extremely consistent and works perfectly with large, full colour graphics or illustrations. The matte finish emphasizes different highlights and tones in the source artworks; helping to create stunning works of art.

- All prints include a .25 inch white border to ensure space for framing. 

Our Eco Credentials Include:

• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
• Printed using water based inks
• Local fulfilment reduces carbon emissions
• Contains no plastic

Sizes:

8 x 12 Inches = 20.3 cm x 30.5 cm 

12 x 18 Inches = 30.5 cm x 45.7 cm

16 x 24 Inches = 40.6 cm x 60.1 cm