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KUBIN: GHOST AT THE BALL. The Ghost at the Ball. Drawing, 1918, for The Dance of Death by Alfred Kubin (1877-1959)
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KUBIN: GHOST AT THE BALL. The Ghost at the Ball. Drawing, 1918, for The Dance of Death by Alfred Kubin (1877-1959)
KUBIN: GHOST AT THE BALL.
The Ghost at the Ball. Drawing, 1918, for The Dance of Death by Alfred Kubin (1877-1959)
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1918 Alfred Allegory Artistic Concepts Austrian Corpse Czech Dance Dance Of Death Faint Ghost Haunted Illustrator Monster Mystic Mysticism Occult Skeleton Top Hat Macabre
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KUBIN - GHOST AT THE BALL - A Haunting Allegory of Death and Mysticism
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. This print showcases a mesmerizing drawing titled "The Ghost at the Ball" created in 1918 by the Austrian illustrator Alfred Kubin. The artwork was originally intended for his renowned piece, "The Dance of Death". In this eerie composition, we are transported to an early medieval setting where a macabre dance unfolds. At the center of attention is a ghostly figure draped in tattered garments, gracefully waltzing amidst a crowd of women. The ghost's hollow eyes and skeletal form create an unsettling contrast against the vibrant costumes worn by the living. Kubin's illustration masterfully combines elements of mysticism and occultism with artistic concepts from both Renaissance and Gothic traditions. The presence of a top hat-wearing skeleton hints at societal hierarchies being stripped away in death, while also adding an enigmatic touch to this haunting scene. As we delve deeper into this allegorical masterpiece, it becomes evident that Kubin aims to explore profound themes such as mortality, existentialism, and our fascination with the supernatural realm. Through his intricate linework and meticulous attention to detail, he invites us to ponder life's transience and confront our own mortality. "The Ghost at the Ball" serves as a powerful reminder that even amidst celebration and revelry, death lurks just around the corner – an ever-present specter reminding us to cherish each moment we have on this mortal
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