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Vintage Danse Macabre “Totentanz” 90s t-shirt - size XL
Danse macabre (French for “Dance of Death”) is a medieval allegorical concept that represents the universality of death and the inevitability of mortality. It is often depicted as a procession or dance led by Death, typically personified as a skeleton, who invites people from all walks of life—kings, popes, peasants, and others—to join in. The theme serves as a memento mori, reminding viewers of the fleeting nature of life and the equality of all people in the face of death.
This motif emerged in Europe during the late Middle Ages, especially following the devastation of the Black Death in the 14th century. It has been portrayed in various forms of art, including paintings, murals, woodcuts, music, and literature. A famous example is the Totentanz imagery found in medieval churches, designed to encourage reflection on the inevitability of death and the importance of living a virtuous life.
Very rare piece made in the 1990s for band Danse Macabre
Measurements: Chest - 63cm x Length - 67cm
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