Ghostly Skeleton Trying to Strangle a Sick Child | Richard Tennant Cooper | 20th Century

 "Ghostly Skeleton Trying to Strangle a Sick Child" by Richard Tennant Cooper, is a haunting portrayal of a spectral figure visiting a young girl as she sleeps. Created in the early 20th century, the artwork embodies a dark, symbolic view of illness and death. The skeleton, representing the specter of disease or death, reaches out with bony fingers to the vulnerable child lying in bed, wrapped in blankets, with an almost peaceful expression, unaware of the looming danger. The ghostly figure is rendered in muted tones that blend with the dimly lit, somber room, amplifying the sense of fear and helplessness.

The details in the room, such as the steaming cup on the table, the dark cat watching with a startled gaze, and the child's toys and belongings scattered nearby, add depth to the story. These items imply a scene of illness and care, with the skeleton symbolizing the omnipresent fear of death during times of illness, especially in a period when many childhood diseases were fatal. This artwork powerfully captures the early 20th-century anxieties about health and mortality, using the imagery of a ghostly visitation to represent the fragility of life.

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. 

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• FSC approved or sustainably sourced paper
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• 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