Lot number 3081 - Auction 160
MEMENTO MORI 'DREI TOTENSCHÄDEL'

MEMENTO MORI 'THREE SKULLS' Germany or Austria, 19th century Wood, carved in the round, polychrome finish, metal suspension mount. H. 12, W. 18, D. 19 cm; weight approx. 0.38 kg. An expressive memento mori sculpture featuring three skulls arranged in a circle and facing outwards. This striking depiction follows the tradition of Baroque vanitas symbolism and alludes to the transience of life. Part. bumped.