Skulptur, Tödlein-Schrein, Tödleinschrein
um 1583 | Paul Reichel
The ivory shrine showing a depiction of Death was made by the sculptor Paul Reichel for Archduke Ferdinand II. Looking at the stone skeleton the spectator sees himself in the mirrors inside the left and right doors. So he is confrontend with his own death, an idea which is supported by the apple of paradise, the book and the hourglass.
The ivory shrine showing a depiction of Death was made by the sculptor Paul Reichel for Archduke Ferdinand II. Looking at the stone skeleton the spectator sees himself in the mirrors inside the left and right doors. So he is confrontend with his own death, an idea which is supported by the apple of paradise, the book and the hourglass.
Artist:
Paul Reichel (tätig 1568 - 1588)
Time:
um 1583
Object Name
Skulptur, Tödlein-Schrein, Tödleinschrein
Culture
Schongau
Dimensions:
H. 82,3 cm, B. 32 cm
Copyright
Kunsthistorisches Museum, Kunstkammer
Invs.
Kunstkammer, 4450