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The theme of death was common for the European art and literature of the sixteenth century due to epidemics and wars that occurred from time to time. Death itself was both frightening and exciting, as it was considered as an inevitable ending. Therefore, people of art and literature found inspiration in reminding others that their existence is not everlasting. The culture of Europe, and Germany in particular, death was perceived as a powerful force of making people think about their actions and thoughts. Hans Holbein the Younger shows Death as a creature with bones and flesh that comes to ...
