Memento Mori

Memento Mori from a French collection and dating from the end of the 19th century, very beginning of the 20th century. The quality of the production of this Memento Mori is remarkable. Description This is a skull wearing a Bishop's miter, made with great finesse of details, such as the teeth of the skull but also the respect of proportions, etc... A truly refined work that echoes the theme of the "Memento Mori".* The sculpture rests on a blackened wooden base decorated with brass. Dimension: height: 12 cm including base. About *Memento Mori literally means "Remember that you are going to die". It is an artistic theme that recalls human mortality, often represented through works or objects intended to encourage reflection on the ephemeral nature of life. Condition Good condition