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Head Of A Skeleton With A Burning Cigarette – Vincent van Gogh
34,00 € – 189,00 €
Final price, no VAT shown in accordance with § 19 UStG (German VAT Act). Free shipping within the EU.
delivery time: DE: 2–4 business days / Rest of EU: 2–8 business days
Delivery Time: DE: 2-4 / EU: 2-8 business days
Delivery Time: DE: 2-4 / EU: 2-8 business days
Vincent van Gogh – Skull of a Skeleton with Burning Cigarette (1886)
This striking oil painting is a jarring monochrome study of a skeleton that has been both humanised and satirised by the burning cigarette clenched between its teeth. Against a dark, nondescript backdrop, the figure emerges not as a sterile scientific study, but as a living caricature of death itself, bathed in a sombre, almost gothic atmosphere.
The painting’s visual power lies in the morbid absurdity of the scene; it is a memento mori with a rebellious streak. The burning cigarette serves as a tiny, defiant beacon of light against the overwhelming darkness of mortality, bridging the gap between classical 17^(th)-century vanitas paintings and a modern, almost punk-rock nihilism.
A Satirical Rebellion:
Painted during a bleak winter in Antwerp, this work was Van Gogh’s sharp-tongued response to the rigid academic training at the Royal Academy, where he was required to draw skeletons rather than living subjects. However, beneath the satire lies a poignant reflection of the artist’s reality: he was in poor health and a heavy smoker. Consequently, the image stands as a tragicomic metaphor for Van Gogh’s own existence — burning brightly and self-destructively while facing up to his inevitable end.
Delivery Time
- Art Prints:
- Germany: 2–4 business days
- Rest of EU: 2–8 business days
Packaging
- Museum-Quality Matte Poster: Printed in the EU, your artwork is carefully shipped in tailored protective packaging. To ensure it arrives in pristine condition, posters up to A4 size are shipped flat, while larger formats are rolled and shipped in sturdy mailing tubes.
- Premium Canvas Print: To protect the tactile surface and structure, unframed canvases are wrapped in bubble wrap or kraft paper. They are also packaged with strong edge protectors to ensure the sides remain flawless.
- Premium Framed Canvas: These premium pieces are shipped in sturdy boxes. They are securely packed with specialized corner protection and a protective plastic layer to prevent any scratches or damage during transit.
Museum-Quality Matte Poster
Elevate your walls with our museum-grade archival poster. Designed for collectors who demand luxury, this natural off-white, uncoated paper delivers a sophisticated, non-shiny aesthetic that lets the artwork speak for itself.
- Premium Weight:Â Heavyweight 250 gsm (0.29 mm thick) paper provides a substantial, high-end feel.
- Archival & Acid-Free:Â A pH above 7 guarantees your print resists yellowing and stands the test of time.
- Sustainable Choice:Â Responsibly crafted from FSC-certified paper.
- Vibrant Longevity:Â High-resolution printing ensures sharp details, while professional-grade UV-resistant inks prevent fading.
Premium Canvas Print
Immerse yourself in the artwork with our premium canvas prints. With an enhanced natural texture and a timeless aesthetic, this unframed canvas print perfectly brings the artist’s vision to life.
- Premium Material:Â A heavyweight (300-350 gsm) cotton-polyester blend provides a rich, tactile surface, utilizing high-resolution printing.
- Gallery-Ready Impact:Â Featuring a 4 cm-thick frame and a 12 mm floating gap, this museum-quality canvas provides a stunning sense of depth and dimension to every piece.
- Natural Texture:Â The natural woven texture enhances the depth and feel of the image, creating a truly immersive visual experience without the need for a frame.
- Vibrant Longevity:Â High-resolution printing ensures sharp details, while professional-grade UV-resistant inks prevent fading.
Care Tip:Â To preserve its brilliant colors, keep your canvas out of extended direct sunlight and simply dust gently with a soft, dry cloth.
Premium Framed Canvas
Elevate your space with the most premium product in our shop. Bridging the gap between classic fine art and OBSKUR aesthetics, our framed canvas prints deliver captivating depth and striking, UV-resistant colors.
- Premium Material:Â A heavyweight (300-350 gsm) cotton-polyester blend canvas provides a rich, tactile surface.
- Sustainable Framing:Â Choose from FSC-certified poplar or pine frames in minimalist Black, rustic Natural Wood, or classic Dark Brown.
- Gallery-Ready Design:Â Featuring a 4 cm frame thickness and a sophisticated 12 mm floating gap between the canvas and frame.
- Vibrant Longevity:Â High-resolution printing ensures sharp details, while professional-grade UV-resistant inks prevent fading.
Care Tip: To preserve the vivid colors of your print, avoid extended exposure to direct sunlight and simply dust the canvas and frame with a soft, dry cloth. No water or cleaning solutions are needed.
- Manufacturer contact information
- Name: OBSKUR Berlin – Simon Schmidlin
- Email address: support@obskur.net
- Postal address: Borkumstr. 8,13189 Berlin
- Age guidelines: For adults
- Warranty (consumer-sales only): 2 years
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