Artwork

Dance of Death: Death Refuses

Dance of Death: Death Refuses, by Percy John Delf Smith, 1919
Dance of Death: Death Refuses, by Percy John Delf Smith, 1919

Dance of Death: Death Refuses is a print by Percy John Delf Smith. It dates from 1919 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

The painting shows a scene with death and people.
It's from 1919, a time when many artists were exploring dark themes. The artist's use of dark colors and somber mood reflects the era's sadness and loss.
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Overview

Dance of Death: Death Refuses is a 1919 print by Percy John Delf Smith, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a scene involving death and human figures, reflecting the somber mood and dark themes prevalent during that period.

Technique & Style

The work features dark colors, characteristic of the artist's style and the era's aesthetic, which often explored themes of loss and sadness.

Context

Created in 1919, the print is a product of a time when many artists were drawn to dark and somber subjects, likely influenced by the prevailing atmosphere of the era.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Percy John Delf Smith

Artist

Percy John Delf Smith

Percy John Delf Smith was a British artist who worked in engraving, painting, lettering, calligraphy and book design.

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