A black and white woodcut image depicting a skeleton seated on a throne, with a bishop and a court jester flanking it. A table with a goblet and food is at the foot of the throne.
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This is a black and white woodcut image depicting a scene of death and royalty. A skeleton is seated on a throne, wearing a crown and holding a sword. The skeleton is the central figure, representing death's dominion over all. To the right of the throne stands a bishop, dressed in religious robes and holding a staff. To the left is a court jester, seemingly mocking the scene. At the foot of the throne is a table with a goblet and a plate of food, suggesting a feast interrupted by death. The scene is framed by heavy drapery and a window, creating a claustrophobic atmosphere. The style is reminiscent of medieval woodcuts, with bold lines and stark contrasts. The overall impression is one of mortality and the inevitability of death, even for those in positions of power.


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