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Memento Mori
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Memento Mori
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Look closely at this wooden corpse in a coffin and you will notice worms coming out of the body's stomach. 'Memento Mori' statues were used to remind people of the transience of life and material luxury.

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Keywords: Corpse; Death; Coffin; Cadaver
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  • Library reference: Museum No A629458
  • Photo number: L0043758
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