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Dance of Death
30 May, 2025 - 30 Nov, 2025
During the 19th century, advancements in industry, science, and technology changed how people thought about and dealt with death. In response, some European artists reimagined a motif known as the dance of death, which historically featured skeletons gleefully clinging to people from all walks of life. This exhibition highlights two portfolios from the Museum鈥檚 collection by Albert Besnard (French, 1849鈥�1936) and Max Klinger (German, 1857鈥�1920). Both artists represented death disrupting everyday moments, emphasizing how sudden and unpredictable it could be. The 20 prints convey public anxiety related to previously unknown or more industrial causes of death. By looking to and updating traditions, Besnard and Klinger found a way to cope with the complex world around them.
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Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday - Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday - Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
700 N. Art Museum Drive Milwaukee, WI, USA 53202
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