Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”

Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”

£1,060

A striking and philosophically resonant Memento Mori decorative object, masterfully carved from wood with an authentic, weathered bone-like patina. The sculpture depicts a detailed human skull resting upon crossed bones over a book with decorated covers and aged pages. The composition embodies the traditional Latin admonition Memento mori — “Remember that you must die” — a central theme in Christian devotional art. Distinctive addition to a collection of religious antiquities or vanitas objects.

General:  The Memento Mori’s overall dimensions are 5.1 inches (13 cm) wide, 3.9 inches (10 cm) high and 3.7 inches (9.5 cm) deep.

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

Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
Memento Mori | Carved Wood Skull 19th Century | 5.1”
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