Tag: Scythe
The Skeleton Holding a Book
I can still remember now standing in awe at the skeleton holding a book high upon a tomb in Greyfriar’s kirkyard. It’s a perfect example of how the dead speak to us still beyond their grave. Memento Mori Photography in Edinburgh Edinburgh was my choice of city break purely based on the magnificent old kirkyard… Read more
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Dance of Death
The Danse Macabre translates into English as the Dance of Death. It is a medieval allegory that reminds folk about Memento Mori. No matter what one’s status is in life, the dance of death unites all. Furthermore, this can most certainly be viewed as the origins of Memento Mori. Don’t ask me why, but images… Read more
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