Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”

Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”

Regular price £1,140

A striking and evocative mid-19th-century (circa 1860) Memento Mori sculptural relief, depicting a realistically carved human skull superimposed over a crossbones. This powerful symbol of mortality embodies the philosophical vanitas tradition, serving as an exceptional centerpiece for an advanced cabinet of curiosities or collection of historical artifacts.

General: The overall height with the stand is 17.7 inches (45 cm). The overall dimensions of the Memento Mori statue are 13 inches (33 cm) high and 10.2 inches (26 cm) wide. The Memento Mori plaque comes with a contemporary metal display stand. 

Condition: The Memento Mori is in good condition with no damage besides age-related wear. Please see the enclosed images.

Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”
Memento Mori Statue | 1860 Death Plaque | 13”