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The Moment of Reflection or a Tale for Future Times, pub. 1796 (hand coloured etching)
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The Moment of Reflection or a Tale for Future Times, pub. 1796 (hand coloured etching)
2490443 The Moment of Reflection or a Tale for Future Times, pub. 1796 (hand coloured etching) by Cruikshank, Isaac (1756-1811); Private Collection; (add.info.: Catherine II (1729-1796); Charles Fox (1749-1806); ); The Stapleton Collection; Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 23449012
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Catherine Ii Charles Fox Deathbed Demons Ghost Ghosts Hell Skeleton Spirit Spirits Victims Vision Flames
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The Moment of Reflection or a Tale for Future Times
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is a captivating hand-coloured etching that takes us back to the year 1796. In this intriguing image, we are transported into a realm where spirits and mortals coexist. The central figures in the print are Catherine II, also known as Catherine the Great, and Charles Fox. Both historical figures are depicted as ghostly apparitions seated on opposite sides of a deathbed. The ethereal atmosphere surrounding them suggests that they have transcended earthly boundaries. As we delve deeper into the scene, we notice an array of supernatural elements: demons wielding spears, flames engulfing skeletal remains, and clouds swirling with ominous energy. These haunting symbols represent the presence of death and hell itself. Yet amidst this eerie setting, there is an undeniable sense of reflection and contemplation. The title "The Moment of Reflection" alludes to this introspective state experienced by both Catherine II and Charles Fox. Perhaps they are pondering their legacies or contemplating their actions during their time on earth. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder that even great individuals must face mortality and reflect upon their lives before passing into eternity. It invites us to consider our own existence and how our choices may shape our future narratives. "The Moment of Reflection or a Tale for Future Times" captures not only the essence of its historical subjects but also speaks to universal themes such as life's transience and the importance of self-reflection in shaping one's destiny.
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