Death & Mortality

Explore one of the most prevalent themes in art—death—through a stunning collection of historical imagery. Death & Mortality: An Image Archive for Artists & Designers by Vault Editions presents a brilliantly curated pictorial archive featuring 166 stunning 17th and 18th-century etchings and engravings that capture mortality's symbolism, mystery, and inevitability.

Inside This Collection:

This archive includes a captivating selection of historical death-related imagery, including:

• The Grim Reaper and personifications of death
• Skeletons, ghosts and memento mori symbolism
• Corpses, death masks and funeral imagery
• Illustrations from the iconic series, The Dance of Death

Each artwork has been carefully restored, preserving the intricate details that make these illustrations an indispensable resource for creative professionals exploring macabre and symbolic themes.

Curated by Kale James, illustrator, graphic designer, and Creative Director of Vault Editions. 

Instant Digital Access:

Each book includes a unique download link granting instant access to 166, 300-DPI, high-resolution images, perfect for:

• Tattoo design and illustration projects
• Collage and mixed-media artwork
• Simply print and frame to create decorative macabre wall art