Skull and Rosary | 19th Century

This 19th-century vanitas still life depicts a human skull draped in a dark hood, resting beside an aged, open book and a wooden rosary. The subdued lighting and muted earth tones create a somber, contemplative mood, evoking themes of mortality, the transience of earthly pursuits, and the inevitability of death. The meticulous rendering of textures—from the weathered pages to the smooth bone—underscores the painting’s moral message on the fragility of life.

Frame:

Created from high-quality wood, milled with simple clean lines and presented with a satin finish. Includes an off-white mount that will not discolour or fade with age.

All framed prints feature our premium fine art paper. This is a museum-quality paper which reproduces photography and artworks with exceptional tonality and renders sharp details with consistent flatness and accuracy.

Print: 

For the matted / mounted prints we use a thick 1.4mm window mount cut from premium, textured mountboard. All mounts are "conservation grade", FSC certified, 100% acid free, and will not discolour or fade with age.

• Simple, elegant design
• Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface
• Handmade by specialist picture framers
• FSC certified off-white mat / window mount
• Delivered ready for hanging