Death and the Maiden Art Print – Gothic Memento Mori Illustration

“Osculum Tenebrarum” — The Kiss of Darkness.

An original digital illustration inspired by the timeless Death and the Maiden motif. This artwork captures the moment between surrender and transcendence — where beauty meets oblivion and love dissolves into shadow, death, and nothingness.

Cloaked in darkness, Death’s wings enfold the Maiden in a final, intimate embrace — both terrifying and serene. The piece explores the tension between decay and desire, rendered in rich texture and painterly tones that evoke a sense of sacred melancholy. Printed with archival inks on premium fine art paper, each print reveals the intricate depth and atmosphere of the original digital composition.

Perfect for admirers of gothic romanticism, dark fantasy, and symbolic art that lingers in the space between fear and grace.

• Archival-quality fine art print

• Ships flat and protected in rigid packaging

Please note: this listing is for the print only, frame not included.

Printed on archival-quality paper 260 gsm satin-luster paper for lasting color and detail, and available in multiple sizes.

Choose the size that best suits your style:

• A5 – 14.8 cm x 21 cm

• A4 – 21 cm x 27.9 cm

• A3 – 27.9 cm x 42 cm

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• Please note: The actual print may differ slightly in colour or appearance from what is shown in the photos due to differences in device screen settings or lighting conditions.

• To care for your print, handle it with clean hands, avoid direct sunlight, and frame or store behind glass for long-lasting quality.

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